Senior Tunnel Engineer

LJB•Englewood, CO

About The Position

Aldea Design Services, LLC, an LJB Engineering Company, is seeking a Senior Tunnel Engineer to support the rapid growth of its Underground Services Practice in tunnel and trenchless design and construction management. The role involves managing projects, leading technical and construction teams, producing client-specific deliverables, and developing client relationships and business opportunities in the tunnel industry. Projects include transit and municipal water and wastewater conveyance facilities. The position includes geotechnical engineering and calculations for tunnel and trenchless design, support of excavation for shafts and tunnels, connection details and complex structures, and compliance with local and national design codes. The engineer will also prepare technical memoranda, Geotechnical Data Reports, and Geotechnical Baseline Reports, and develop design parameters from geotechnical reports. The role will represent LJB through participation in regional and industry initiatives, conferences, committees, and community associations. Office-based work follows standard weekday business hours. Field work may involve weekdays, nights, and weekends. Annual compensation is $200,000 or more, based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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 on tunnel, trenchless, or underground projects.
Experience in proposal writing and a track record of successful business development.
Substantial project expertise in planning, designing, and constructing 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, teamwork, 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 teams of designers and construction supervision staff.
Produce technical deliverables according to client specifications.
Build a network of tunnel-industry clients to support teaming, pursuits, and successful project execution.
Perform geotechnical engineering for tunnel and trenchless design and construction of 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, including connection details and complex structures.
Ensure adherence to 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 LJB’s visibility by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, community associations, and identified industry activities.