Senior Tunnel Geotechnical Engineer — Lead & Design

CDM Smith; Carson City (NV); 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 in the United States. You will lead technical design, supervise multidisciplinary teams, and guide field investigations on complex infrastructure projects.

Mentor junior staff and advance QA/QC practices while coordinating with clients and partners. The role emphasizes technical leadership, design standard development, and active participation in industry forums to advance professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• PE license.
• 10 years of related experience; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for complex projects involving tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops and implements design approach for 2D and 3D analyses and cross checks against empirical methods.
• Prepares calculation packages and contract documents for geotechnics, tunnel, and underground structures.
• Communicates design requirements to drawings and specifications.
• Leads drafters/designers and junior staff in projects.
• Oversees geotechnical investigation programs for tunneling and underground work.
• Writes geotechnical reports (data, interpretive, baseline).
• Performs risk workshops and cost estimation.
• Reviews shop drawings and provides technical support on complex issues.
• Oversees field exploration for tunneling projects and acts as field/assistant resident engineer.
• Inspects existing tunnels and structures to support project execution.
• Contributes to technical excellence and IP growth through white papers and design docs.
• Leads development of design standards and QA/QC improvements.
• Collaborates with sales on proposals and reviews drafts for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Communication

CADD 3D

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling/Structural Eng.

PE license

Equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures in the United States. You will lead technical design, supervise multidisciplinary teams, and guide field investigations on complex infrastructure projects.

Mentor junior staff and advance QA/QC practices while coordinating with clients and partners. The role emphasizes technical leadership, design standard development, and active participation in industry forums to advance professional