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Principal Tunnel Engineer

Principal Tunnel Engineer

CompanyParsons
LocationWashington, DC, USA
Salary$100900 – $176600
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 10 years or more related underground structural design experience is required.
  • MS Degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasize or geotechnical with solid background in structural design is required (PhD is preferred)
  • PE licensure is required.
  • Efficient in modeling and designing underground structural systems using 2D and 3D finite element analyses (Plaxis, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and/or others)
  • Working proficiency with design codes such as ACI, ASCE, AISC, ASTM, AWWA, etc.
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office, industry standard structural design and analysis software, and AutoCAD or Microstation
  • Willingness to work in a team office environment
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Strong aptitude for learning higher level design skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex tunnel design tasks and deliver engineering work efficiently and accurately.
  • Perform complex 2D and 3D structural analyses and Prepare design calculations.
  • Perform soil-structure interaction (SSI) analyses for underground structures and support of excavation.
  • Perform durability analysis and design mitigation measures to endure design life for underground structures in severely corrosive environment.
  • Perform construction impact assessment and design mitigation measures.
  • Detailed checking of design calculations performed by others.
  • Develop structural details and construction plans using Microstation and AutoCAD in collaboration with Drafters/designers.
  • Prepare of geometric layouts, construction specifications and material quantity calculations.
  • Commitment to quality and continuous improvement through innovation, creative thinking and improved results.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and productive relationships with all employees, clients and other stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PhD is preferred.