Tunnels Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America. Mott MacDonald is excited to invite talented professionals to join our dynamic and rapidly growing tunnel team. We are currently seeking adaptable and highly motivated civil, geotechnical, or structural engineers in the NY/NJ or Boston region to serve as Engineer IV within our tunnels resource group. This role centers on underground design and construction projects, providing the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge work in the transportation and water/wastewater sectors. Experience in these areas is highly valued. As an Engineer IV, you will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions for challenging infrastructure assignments, working alongside a collaborative team of geo-structural experts who are committed to excellence. If you are a driven, career-focused individual with a passion for tackling complex engineering challenges and a desire to advance your expertise, this position offers a clear path for professional growth within our tunnel practice. We value individuals who bring a positive attitude, strong teamwork, and a dedication to promoting our programs, organizational values, and achievements. Join us and take the next step in your engineering career, contributing to landmark projects that shape the future of North American infrastructure. Responsibilities include:  Support the delivery of our existing portfolio of tunnelling projects in the U.S. and Canada. Oversight of staff and execution of field investigation programs to collect data for use in design, condition assessments and the preparation of Reports; Contribution to detailed analysis for our projects involving tunnels and underground structures Development of field instrumentation programs and evaluation of collected data; Management of staff producing design solutions, reports, and contributions to/reviews of specifications and drawings; Writing reports for submission to clients, including design-related technical memoranda and Reports; Direct client engagement working with guidance from senior management; including liaising with clients, responding to queries, and attending design and progress meetings. Contribution to and preparation of proposals for submission to clients; Ability to lay out/develop a design program and independently manage a team of staff; Managing and mentoring junior/graduate engineers and supporting their development; Candidate Specification We’re looking for an Engineer IV to join our team and invite applications from candidates with: Bachelors in civil, structural or geotechnical engineering is required and a Masters in a related field is preferred. Professional engineer (PE) license in New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts or ability to obtain a license within 12 months; NCTI Certified is preferred. 5-8 years of experience in engineering consultancy (not including education), experience in New York preferred; Proficient in the use of structural software: STRAND7, SAP, STAAD or equivalent. Proficient in the use of geotechnical software, this may include Plaxis, GeoStudio packages/Slide, Rocscience packages, geotechnical data management (GINT/Holebase). A working knowledge of BIM tools (Bentley/Autodesk) would also be advantageous. Demonstratable record in design with experience in geotechnical engineering, ground characterization for soil and rock and a working knowledge of concrete, steel and foundation design Strong references from past managers or clients; Interest in underground design and construction for the transport, water or  waste water Sectors and multidisciplinary working experience would also be advantageous. Benefits & Reward At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. The expected salary for this position is

NY: $108,000 - $132,000.

NJ: $103,000 - $126,000.

MA: $107,000 - $130,000.

Collaboration at Our CoreAt Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments. Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. English version Spanish version Chinese version All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.