Tunneling Drill & Blast Engineer – On-site, Pittsburgh

Protecnium; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Round-trip flights

Accommodation upon arrival

Company vehicle

Gas provided

Company laptop

Company phone

50% medical insurance

Job summary

Protecnium is looking for a Drill & Blast Engineer to join a major tunnel infrastructure project in Pittsburgh, USA. The role involves supporting excavation activities, coordinating blasting sequences, and ensuring safety compliance throughout the project.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 8-10 years of experience in tunneling or heavy civil infrastructure. The position offers various benefits including travel support, accommodation, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in underground construction, tunnelling, mining, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience in Drill & Blast tunnelling operations.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations related to underground works.

Responsibilities

• Support Drill & Blast operations during tunnel excavation activities.
• Monitor excavation progress and production performance.
• Prepare technical reports and excavation documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Drill & Blast tunnelling operations

Strong technical reporting and planning skills

Ability to interpret geological information

Experience coordinating multidisciplinary site teams

Strong understanding of blasting sequences

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Protecnium is looking for a Drill & Blast Engineer to join a major tunnel infrastructure project in Pittsburgh, USA. The role involves supporting excavation activities, coordinating blasting sequences, and ensuring safety compliance throughout the project.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 8-10 years of experience in tunneling or heavy civil infrastructure. The position offers various benefits including travel support, accommodation, and medical insurance.