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Mott MacDonald · 3 hours ago

Tunnels Engineer

Iselin, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$107K/yr - $131K/yr

4+ years exp

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering and management consultancy that prides itself on delivering exceptional outcomes through its talented workforce. They are seeking a skilled Tunnels Engineer with expertise in geotechnical conditions and underground construction to conduct field investigations, develop design models, and prepare technical reports for various subsurface infrastructure projects.

ConsultingDeveloper PlatformProfessional ServicesSoftware

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct geotechnical field investigations for underground construction projects, including oversight of third-party drilling subcontractors and in-situ testing (SPT, CPT, slug tests, packer tests)

Prepare detailed field records, soil and rock boring logs, and field notes

Perform design services during construction, including review of shop drawings and submittals for excavation support systems

Develop 2D and 3D numerical models for tunnels, shafts, caverns, and related facilities, assessing subsurface stratigraphy and geotechnical/hydrogeological parameters

Evaluate tunnel-induced ground surface settlement

Prepare geotechnical design calculations and technical reports such as Geotechnical Data Reports and Geotechnical Baseline Reports

Assist in proposal development and client report submissions

Support the team in resolving geology/geotechnical-related questions and challenges

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringUnderground ConstructionNumerical ModelingGeotechnical SoftwareCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Geological Engineering or Underground and Tunnel Construction

Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, ideally a mix of field and office-based roles

Proficiency in geotechnical software and modeling tools

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Preferred

Coursework supporting responsibilities includes: Bachelor's level: Geologic Site Investigations, Structural Geology, Mineralogy and Petrography, Engineering Hydrology, Rock Mechanics, Soil Mechanics

Master's level: Advanced Rock and Soil Mechanics, Field and Laboratory Testing, Geologic Engineering Site Investigation, Soil and Rock Behavior, Applied Numerical Modeling for Geomechanics, Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

Benefits

401k

Medical

Dental and vision insurance

Short-term/long-term disability

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Company paid life insurance

Company

Mott MacDonald

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Mott MacDonald focuses on digital innovation, transforming, engineering, management and development.

Founded in 1866

Tirana, Tirane, ALB

10001+ employees

https://www.mottmac.com/hungary

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