Senior Tunnel Geotech Engineer – Lead & Mentor

CDM Smith; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures to lead complex infrastructure projects. You will apply geotechnical expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff and strengthen QA/QC across the firm.

You will perform analyses, develop design packages, and contribute to client engagement, standards, and technical papers while advancing excellence in tunneling projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops detailed 2D/3D analysis and cross checks against empirical approaches.
• Generates geotechnical reports and supports QA/QC practices.
• Provides technical leadership to junior staff and field teams.
• Collaborates with sales to develop proposals and reviews client needs.

Skills

CADD 3D modeling

Geotechnical engineering

MS Office

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling/Structural Eng

PE license

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures to lead complex infrastructure projects. You will apply geotechnical expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff and strengthen QA/QC across the firm.

You will perform analyses, develop design packages, and contribute to client engagement, standards, and technical papers while advancing excellence in tunneling projects.