Project Engineer (Geotechnical / Tunnel)

LJB•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LJB Inc. is seeking a full-time Project Engineer for its Geotechnical/Tunnel practice in Columbus, Ohio. The role supports geotechnical and underground infrastructure projects, including tunnels, shafts, trenchless crossings, excavation support systems, and underground structures, from planning and design through construction. The engineer will prepare analyses, calculations, designs, technical reports, specifications, design memoranda, and construction documents; interpret geotechnical investigation data; and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. The role also includes field and construction support, proposal and business development contributions, and guidance for entry-level engineers and interns. Field assignments may involve weekday, night, and weekend shift work; office assignments follow standard weekday business hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Civil, Structural, Geological/Geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
5–8 years of progressive experience in planning, design, and construction of a variety of tunnel and trenchless projects.
Thorough knowledge of relevant technical codes, operations, processes, and trends.
Willingness to travel periodically to project sites and client locations.
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork skills.
Excellent technical writing skills and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients.
Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment, collaborate across disciplines, interact with staff, and mentor junior staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience that includes both design and construction roles.
Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as Civil, Structural, Geological/Geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

Prepare engineering analyses, calculations, and designs for geotechnical and underground infrastructure projects according to client specifications.
Support planning and design for tunnels, shafts, trenchless crossings, excavation support systems, and underground structures.
Interpret geotechnical investigation data and develop engineering recommendations.
Prepare technical reports, specifications, letters, design memoranda, construction documents, geotechnical data reports (GDRs), and geotechnical baseline reports (GBRs).
Communicate technical and non-technical information clearly and professionally, including through technical meetings and workshops.
Produce tunnel, geotechnical, and structural engineering calculations, including numerical analysis, for tunnel and trenchless design and excavation; follow applicable local and national concrete, steel, and timber design codes.
Develop geotechnical design parameters using geotechnical reports and project documents.
Coordinate with geotechnical, structural, civil, and construction engineering teams throughout project development.
Participate in project meetings and coordinate technical efforts with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
Support construction through field observations, submittal reviews, responses to requests for information (RFIs), and engineering assistance.
Contribute to proposal development, technical presentations, and other business development activities.
Provide guidance and technical support to entry-level engineers and engineering interns.
Maintain awareness of industry trends, design methodologies, and emerging technologies in geotechnical and underground engineering.
Increase LJB’s industry visibility by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, community associations, and identified professional association activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.