Resident Tunnel Engineer

Stantec • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

As a Resident Tunnel Engineer, you will be embedded on a project site in Cincinnati, Ohio, supporting ongoing project work for the Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati. You will provide resident engineering, technical expertise, and construction oversight for tunnel and trenchless works, ensuring reliability, efficiency, constructability, and cost-effectiveness. You will collaborate with project managers, technical leads, contractors, and client representatives to deliver a successful project outcome.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering; postgraduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Structural Engineering preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Ohio, or ability to obtain licensure within six months of hire.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in tunnel or trenchless design or construction activities and related geotechnical or structural engineering input; additional experience preferred.
• Experienced in tunnel and/or trenchless design and construction; direct construction oversight experience preferred.
• Familiar with tunnel and trenchless means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant design software; familiarity with computational modeling software is a plus.
• Able to solve complex problems using sound professional judgement, creativity, and innovation.
• Organized, with excellent time management skills.
• Able to travel and work on site for the duration of the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site technical expert for tunnel and trenchless construction activities.
• Oversee daily construction operations, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project requirements.
• Perform engineering calculations, review drawings, and prepare field reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, client representatives, and internal teams to resolve technical issues and facilitate project progress.
• Participate in project meetings, constructability reviews, and quality assurance/quality control activities.
• Support the development and revision of project documentation, including change orders, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for tunnel and trenchless works.
• Provide services during construction, including submittal reviews, responses to RFIs, and contract document clarifications.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with Stantec and client safety policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health saving accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave
• Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
• Accrual of vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
• Paid sick leave in accordance with state and local law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees