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Tunnelling Design EngineerWSB • Houston, TX, US
Tunnelling Design Engineer

Tunnelling Design Engineer

WSB • Houston, TX, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00 / yr - $130,000.00 / yr

Tunneling Design Engineer

Forge ahead with WSB.

WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do

As a Tunneling Design Engineer , you will play a critical role in the planning and design of underground infrastructure that supports our clients. Your work will contribute directly to water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation systems, ensuring resilient and efficient infrastructure for communities.

You will be responsible for :

  • Leading and supporting design of tunnels, shafts, and related underground structures.
  • Performing geotechnical and structural analyses, including ground-structure interaction and lining design.
  • Preparing plans, specifications, and technical reports for municipal tunneling projects.
  • Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver creative and constructible solutions.
  • Supporting clients during the full project lifecycle, including feasibility studies, risk assessments, and construction support.
  • Developing cost estimates, schedules, and technical documentation.
  • Maintaining open and effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
  • Staying current with evolving tunneling technologies, codes, and standards.

You will also have opportunities to serve as a technical lead or client manager , representing WSB in high-profile infrastructure programs or projects.

What You Will Bring

The successful candidate must have :

  • A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), or ability to obtain within six months.
  • 5+ years of experience in tunneling design, underground structures, or related projects.
  • Knowledge of tunneling methods (TBM, SEM / NATM, microtunneling, cut-and-cover, etc.).
  • Experience with design tools such as PLAXIS, FLAC, GeoStudio, or STAAD.
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills.
  • A collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
  • Preferred qualifications

  • Experience supporting infrastructure projects (water, wastewater, utilities, transportation).
  • Hands-on exposure to construction support and monitoring for tunneling projects.
  • Familiarity with project permitting and funding sources.
  • Who We Are

    WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

    Full time WSB employees qualify for a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

    As an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

    WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

    Notice to Third Party Agencies : WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

    Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

  • Civil Engineering
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