Senior Tunnel Geotechnical Engineer

CDM Smith; Gillette (WY); 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 guide multidisciplinary teams and apply geotechnical expertise across design and construction.

You will mentor staff, develop design solutions, and engage with clients while advancing QA/QC and design standards. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• PE license is required.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as duties require.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops design approaches for 2D/3D analyses and cross-checks against empirical methods.
• Prepares geotechnical reports and design documents (drawings & specs).
• Leads drafters/designers and junior staff, guiding QA/QC and standards.
• Oversees geotechnical investigations and field exploration for tunneling projects.
• Mentors junior staff and contributes to technical papers and industry engagement.

Skills

CAD/3D modeling

Engineering principles

MS Office

Communication

Drawing & specs

Engineering software

Education

Civil/Geotechnical/Mining/Tunneling/Structural degree

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 guide multidisciplinary teams and apply geotechnical expertise across design and construction.

You will mentor staff, develop design solutions, and engage with clients while advancing QA/QC and design standards. Travel up to 10% may be required.