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Principal Structural Engineer – Tunnels and Complex Underground Structures – Senior Technical Advisor

New York, NY, USFull-time$188k–$301k2026-10-23 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorship

Core

Provide senior technical guidance, direction, and advanced engineering analysis for complex tunnel and underground structure projects across transit, rail, highways, airports, and water/wastewater sectors.

Role type

Principal Structural Engineer (Tunnels and Complex Underground Structures)

Builds

Technical designs, plans, and specifications for large-scale infrastructure projects

Domain

Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / Tunnels and Underground Structures

Required skills

Advanced engineering methods and techniques, technical review and problem resolution, proposal development, change management, industry standards compliance, cross-disciplinary coordination, expert advisory, mentoring

Preferred skills

Master's degree in Engineering, 20+ years of relevant experience, Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Technologies

Structural analysis software, design tools, project management platforms

Responsibilities

Perform independent technical reviews and provide guidance on complex engineering projects; advise project leadership and mentor production staff; assist in proposal generation for complex projects; coordinate technical aspects with clients and teaming partners; ensure consistency of standards and practices across projects; represent the firm on industry advisory committees

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic advisory responsibilities