Senior Tunnel Engineer

LJB•Frederick, MD

14h

About The Position

Aldea Design Services, LLC, an LJB Engineering Company, is hiring a Senior Tunnel Engineer for its Underground Services Practice to support growth in tunnel and trenchless design and construction management. The role involves work on major underground, tunnel, and trenchless projects across design and construction management, including transit and municipal water and wastewater conveyance facilities. The engineer will manage projects, lead design and construction supervision teams, prepare technical deliverables, perform geotechnical engineering and calculations, and prepare geotechnical reports and design parameters. The position also contributes to client development, proposals, pursuits, and industry visibility. Office-based assignments follow standard weekday business hours; field work may occur on weekdays, nights, and weekends. Annual compensation is $200,000+, based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards. No specific benefits are described.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study.
Registered Professional Engineer in California.
15 or more years of relevant experience, including at least 10 years in tunnel, trenchless, or underground projects.
Experience in proposal writing and a track record of successful business development.
Substantial project expertise in the planning, design, and construction of a variety of tunnel and trenchless projects.
Track record of building tunnel design capabilities supported by geotechnical and structural engineers and geologists.
Knowledge of a wide range of tunnel and trenchless construction methods.
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork skills.
Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
Thorough knowledge of relevant technical codes, operations, processes, and trends.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in civil engineering, geological, geotechnical, structural, or a related field.
PMP certification.

Responsibilities

Manage projects, including developing proposals, cost estimates, and schedules for tunnel, trenchless, and rehabilitation projects.
Lead tasks and teams of designers and construction supervision staff.
Produce technical deliverables according to client specifications.
Build a network of clients in the tunnel industry to support teaming, pursuits, and successful project execution.
Perform geotechnical engineering for tunnel and trenchless design and construction involving transit and municipal water and wastewater conveyance facilities.
Prepare geotechnical engineering calculations, including numerical analysis, for tunnel and trenchless design and support of excavation for shafts and tunnels, connection details, and complex structures.
Ensure design work adheres to applicable local and national codes of practice for concrete, steel, and timber design.
Prepare technical memoranda, Geotechnical Data Reports, and Geotechnical Baseline Reports.
Develop design parameters from geotechnical reports through parametric studies and evaluations.
Increase the company's visibility by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, community associations, and other identified industry activities.