The Boring Company · 2 days ago
Lead Civil Engineer
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expThe Boring Company is focused on solving traffic issues by developing an underground network of tunnels. They are seeking a Lead Civil Engineer to oversee civil engineering execution for Las Vegas projects, ensuring safe and buildable designs, while also mentoring junior team members.
ConstructionInfrastructureTransportation
Responsibilities
Own and execute all civil engineering scope for Las Vegas projects, including site development, permitting support, surveying coordination, utilities, grading, and drainage
Serve as a hands-on technical lead responsible for end-to-end civil deliverables—from site investigation and design through construction support and closeout
Act as Engineer of Record, reviewing and stamping civil design packages
Coordinate closely with survey, utility locating, tunneling, and construction teams to ensure safe underground work and prevent utility conflicts
Develop and maintain civil design standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices
Collaborate daily with construction, mechanical, electrical, and tunneling teams to resolve field issues and keep projects moving
Interface with local jurisdictions, permitting agencies, consultants, and contractors to support approvals and compliance
Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to engineers and designers without direct people management responsibility
Support cross-site coordination with other Boring Company locations and contribute to company-wide standardization efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license – required (Nevada preferred; other states acceptable with ability to obtain NV PE)
10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience across design and field execution
Strong background in site development, grading, drainage, utilities, and surveying coordination
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and civil design workflows
Deep understanding of grading, drainage, utilities and land development principles
Position may require extended hours and weekend work
Ability to travel to project sites and other company locations as needed (up to 20%)
Comfortable working outdoors and in or around confined spaces
Preferred
PE Licenses in additional states
Experience with subsurface, tunneling, or infrastructure projects
Demonstrated ability to manage high-stakes, fast-moving projects with multiple stakeholders
Excellent communication and technical judgment
Hands-on approach and ability to transition seamlessly between field and office work
Company
The Boring Company
The Boring Company engages in constructing underground transportation networks.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$908M2024-07-23Secondary Market
2023-10-23Secondary Market
2022-04-20Series C· $675M
Leadership Team
Arun Prakash
CFO
Recent News
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