Senior Tunnel & Geotechnical Engineer — Lead Design

CDM Smith; Montpelier (VT); 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 technical work on complex infrastructure projects in the US. You will apply geotechnical engineering, soil-structure interaction, and subsurface investigations while guiding multidisciplinary teams and mentoring staff.

You will help advance technical excellence, contribute to design standards, engage with clients and the tunneling community, and support business development and

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of CAD/D drafting in 3D and geotechnical engineering.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and problem solving.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Excel expertise required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with design drawing and specification development for underground projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develop 2D/3D design approaches and cross-check with empirical methods.
• Prepare calculation packages and contract documents (drawings/specs).
• Lead and mentor drafters, designers and junior staff.
• Oversee geotechnical investigations and field exploration for tunneling projects.
• Develop geotechnical reports including data interpretation and baseline findings.
• Lead risk workshops and cost estimation efforts.
• Review shop drawings and provide technical guidance on complex issues.

Skills

CADD 3D

Engineering principles

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Verbal and written communication

Geotechnical design thinking

Drawing & spec development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

10 years of related experience

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 technical work on complex infrastructure projects in the US. You will apply geotechnical engineering, soil-structure interaction, and subsurface investigations while guiding multidisciplinary teams and mentoring staff.

You will help advance technical excellence, contribute to design standards, engage with clients and the tunneling community, and support business development and