Senior Tunnel & Geotechnical Engineer — Lead Projects

CDM Smith; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures in the United States. You will lead complex projects, perform analyses, and mentor junior staff while guiding multidisciplinary teams through design and construction.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, QA/QC, and active client engagement, with opportunities to develop standards and contribute to technical papers. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling or related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure required or eligible.
• At least 10 years of related geotechnical / tunneling experience.
• Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and geotechnical analyses for tunnels and underground structures.
• Lead design and QA/QC reviews for complex infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop geotechnical reports and data interpretation.
• Collaborate with clients and prepare proposals and presentations.
• Oversee field exploration programs and review shop drawings.

Skills

CAD 3D

Engineering principles

MS Excel

Verbal written communication

Engineering drawing

Engineering analysis software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling

Professional Engineer (PE) license

10 years related experience

Willingness for travel

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures in the United States. You will lead complex projects, perform analyses, and mentor junior staff while guiding multidisciplinary teams through design and construction.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, QA/QC, and active client engagement, with opportunities to develop standards and contribute to technical papers. Travel up to 10% may be required.