Senior Tunnel Geotechnical Engineer - Lead Underground

CDM Smith

Lewiston (ME)

On-site

USD 105,000 - 184,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

CDM Smith seeks an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures to lead complex infrastructure projects in the U.S. You will apply geotechnical expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior engineers while advancing technical standards.

You will develop analyses, write reports, and coordinate with clients to deliver safe, cost-effective solutions. Travel and field oversight are expected as part of project delivery.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Mining/Tunneling/Structural Eng or related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
10+ years related experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Performs structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
Develops design approaches for 2D/3D analyses and cross-checks.
Prepares calculation packages, drawings and specifications for geotechnics.
Mentors junior staff and leads technical teams.
Oversees geotechnical investigation programs for tunneling projects.
Contributes to QA/QC standards and design documentation.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Tunnel design

Soil-structure interaction

2D/3D analysis

Leadership

Mentoring

QA/QC

Client engagement

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Geotechnical/Tunneling/Structural Eng

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

You will develop analyses, write reports, and coordinate with clients to deliver safe, cost-effective solutions. Travel and field oversight are expected as part of project delivery.

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