Tunnel Engineer

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us. Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking highly motivated tunnel engineering applicants to join our successful Energy and Resources business operations in the US East.

The successful candidate for this mid-level technical position will be responsible for working with technical teams, collecting and analyzing geologic/geotechnical information, performing field investigations, engineering analyses and design, report preparation, plans and specifications preparation, construction site visits.

The individual will interact internally throughout the organization with staff at all levels as well as externally ultimately with clients, members of business and professional organizations, subcontractors, and other firms.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work with technical teams, perform and deliver technical work, make technical presentations, plan technical portions of projects, develop technical portions of proposals, and provide technical review of work products.
• Plan and manage tasks and projects to complete them on time and within budget.
• Promote collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.
• Perform preliminary and detailed analysis and design for tunnels, shafts, caverns and facilities for hydroelectric and other related projects.
• Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Utilize technologies in development of three-dimensional models.
• Perform analyses using numerical modeling, empirical and limit equilibrium methods.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects and projects of peers.
• Assist with the development of proposals.
• Travel may be 10% to 25% of the time.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Advanced training in use of numerical modeling techniques, geologic modeling tools, rock mechanics, and associated software to complete engineering analyses as well as techniques using empirical methods and hand calculations.
• Valid driver’s license with REAL ID and good driving record required

Education and Experience

• 5-10 years’ experience in tunnel engineering
• Master’s degree in Civil, Tunneling, Mining, Geotechnical, Geological Engineering or similar related field
• EIT/PE preferred
• Typical office environment working with computers and other technical specialists remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
• Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 100,000.00 - Max Salary $ 145,000.00

• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA areas - Min Salary $ 107,300.00 - Max Salary $ 155,500.00

• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - Min Salary $ 114,500.00 - Max Salary $ 166,100.00

Primary Location: United States | IL | Chicago

Organization: 2241 Energy-US East-Chicago IL

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 08/10/2025 05:10:41

Req ID: 1002608

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