Senior Tunnel Geotechnical Engineer Lead Underground Design

CDM Smith; Reading (Berks County); 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 to lead technical design on complex infrastructure projects. You will apply your geotechnical expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, and mentor staff to deliver high‑quality solutions.

You will develop design packages, oversee investigations, and contribute to QA/QC standards, while engaging with clients and industry colleagues to advance technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining, Tunneling, Structural Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and geotechnical analyses and design for tunnels and underground structures.
• Develop design approaches for 2D/3D analyses and cross-checks against empirical methods.
• Develop calculation packages and drawings/specifications for geotechnics and tunneling.
• Communicate design requirements to drawings and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership to drafters and junior staff.
• Lead geotechnical investigation programs for tunneling projects.
• Develop/write geotechnical reports (data, interpretive, baseline).
• Review shop drawings and provide technical support on complex issues.
• Oversee field exploration programs for tunneling projects.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to QA/QC initiatives.

Skills

CADD 3D

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Communication skills

Engineering drawing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Mining/Tunneling/Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Plaxis

FLAC

DeepEX

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunnels and underground structures to lead technical design on complex infrastructure projects. You will apply your geotechnical expertise, guide multidisciplinary teams, and mentor staff to deliver high‑quality solutions.

You will develop design packages, oversee investigations, and contribute to QA/QC standards, while engaging with clients and industry colleagues to advance technical excellence.