Senior Bridge &Tunnel Engineer - Rail Transit

Parsons Oman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Baltimore seeks an experienced Senior/Principal Structural or Geotechnical Engineer specializing in tunneling and underground design. The role includes complex design tasks and collaboration with teams across disciplines. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, at least 8 years of experience, and Professional Engineer registration. The position offers attractive compensation and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible work schedules

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant work experience in engineering.
• Professional Engineer registration required.
• Experience in 2D and 3D finite element analyses.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex structural and geo-structural design tasks for tunnels.
• Conduct 2D and 3D analyses and prepare reports.
• Develop engineering drawings using Microstation and AutoCAD.

Skills

Modeling and designing underground structural systems

Proficiency with design codes (ACI, ASCE, AISC, etc.)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Plaxis

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Overview

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Our Parsons Baltimore office is now hiring for an experienced Senior/ Principal Structural or geotechnical Engineer experienced in tunneling and underground design and construction to join our team in the region! In this role you will get to work on tunnels, shafts, foundations, retaining structures and support of excavation systems for transportation projects for rail and transit clients, such as Amtrak.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex structural and geo-structural design tasks for tunnels and underground structures and deliver engineering work efficiently and accurately.
• Perform complex 2D and 3D structural and geotechnical analyses and prepare design calculations and engineering reports.
• Perform underground structure soil-structure interaction (SSI) analyses.
• Plan Geotechnical Investigation and Prepare Geotechnical Data Reports and Geotechnical Baseline Reports
• Perform construction impact assessment investigations
• Specifications and drawings for geotechnical instrumentations and monitoring
• Detailed checking of design calculations and engineering reports prepared by others.
• Develop engineering drawings and sketches using Microstation and AutoCAD in collaboration with Drafters/designers.
• 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.
• Coordination with other disciplines, including geotechnical, structural, track, rail systems and others.
• Review of construction submittals

Minimum Required Skills

• 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, and 8 years or more of related work experience. Professional Engineer registration is required.
• Master’s degree in Structural or geotechnical engineering is desirable.
• Efficient in modeling and designing underground structural systems using 2D and 3D finite element analyses (Plaxis, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and/or similar programs)
• Working proficiency with design codes such as ACI, ASCE, AISC, ASTM, AWWA, etc.

Desired Skills

• Good working knowledge of MS Office, industry standard structural and geo-structural design and analysis softwares, and AutoCAD or Microstation
• Willingness to work in a team office environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong aptitude for learning higher level design skills

Security Clearance

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

About Parsons

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what’s next!

Salary Range

Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00

Benefits

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Equal Opportunity

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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