Senior Tunnel Geotechnical Engineer — Lead & Innovate

CDM Smith; Rio Rancho (NM); 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 complex infrastructure projects, applying geotechnical engineering, soil-structure interaction, and design expertise while guiding multidisciplinary teams through design and construction.

You will mentor junior engineers, advance QA/QC practices, and engage with clients and the tunneling community to advance technical excellence across the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Travel frequency contingent on duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develops design approaches for 2D/3D analyses and cross checks.
• Leads technical staff and reviews shop drawings and specifications.
• Oversees geotechnical investigations and field exploration programs for tunneling projects.
• Mentors junior staff and contributes to QA/QC standards.

Skills

CADD 3D

Engineering principles

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Geotechnical analysis software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling/Structural 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 in the United States. You will lead complex infrastructure projects, applying geotechnical engineering, soil-structure interaction, and design expertise while guiding multidisciplinary teams through design and construction.

You will mentor junior engineers, advance QA/QC practices, and engage with clients and the tunneling community to advance technical excellence across the firm.