Principal Engineer - Rock Mechanics

Overview

Lead rock mechanics design for tunnels and underground infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• rock mechanics
• geological modeling
• design review
• project delivery
• bid preparation
• team leadership

Tasks

WHY JOIN US?At COWI, our employees are our greatest asset. You’ll work with and learn from the best in the industry, contributing to global and local projects. Alongside your manager, you’ll set the course for your professional development and build your expertise every day. -Oversee the domain of rock mechanics within the business unit -Assist with preparation of bids and tenders -Develop innovative solutions on complex matters -Develop scope of work based on project requirements -Define best practices (i.e. professional standards, technical delivery approach, knowledge sharing) -Act as subject matter expert internally as well as externally promoting COWI -Mentor and develop less experienced staff -Oversee the development and review of geological models, designs, reports and drawings to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with industry standards -Oversee the delivery of projects to time, scope and budget -Lead and manage rock mechanics design teams for delivery of medium to large infrastructure, hydroelectric power or transit metro tunnel projects -Review the work of less-experienced engineers -Communicate design work progress to internal and external stakeholders -Evaluate the skills and resources required to maintain capable project teams -Interpret and organize design results into project documentation such as technical memoranda, geotechnical design reports and presentations

Requirements

• 10+ years
• rs2/3
• bim
• autocad
• masters
• rock mechanics

What You Bring

Are you ready to take on the world's most challenging projects in tunnels and underground structures? Do you have expertise in rock mechanics and underground structure design? Join COWI and let's create outstanding solutions together! To thrive in this position, you must be able to communicate in written and spoken English to be able to interact with internal as well as external teams. You must possess strong inter-personnel skills to be able to build trust with your colleagues. In addition, you must have proficient analytical skills and a structured work approach to develop practical solutions. -Minimum 10+ years of project design experience in carrying out analysis and design of rock tunnels, caverns and underground structures -Experience with design software such as RS2/3, SWEDGE, UNWEDGE, DIPS, UDEC, FLAC/FLAC3D, Plaxis 2D/3D, Sofistik, and/or others -Understanding of tunnelling and underground construction methods such as drill and blast, NATM, NMT or TBM -Demonstrated ability to collaborate seamlessly across geographical and cultural boundaries -Master’s degree within Civil / Geotechnical Engineering / Rock Mechanics -Basic working knowledge of typical BIM and AutoCAD -Experience within Scandinavian, UK or North America markets would be a plus -Sound knowledge of rock mechanics fundamentals including various design approaches -Prior experience of leading rock mechanics design teams for transportation and hydropower infrastructure projects -Proficient time-management and organisation skills, ability to multi-task, and ability to communicate and collaborate with multiple stakeholders -Knowledge of working with international standards (EURO, Canadian, NFF, BS and API, etc.)

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About Cowi

-Began with pioneering structural work like long‑span roofs and prestressed concrete. -Expanded globally with its first international office in Paris during the 1950s. -Plays a key role in major infrastructure and environmental projects. -Typical projects include iconic bridges, metro systems, wind farms, tunnels, and water-treatment plants across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa. -Combines engineering, environmental science, and economics to deliver complex, sustainable solutions. -Notable expansions include acquiring bridge and tunneling specialists in the UK and US. -Committed to renewable energy and green infrastructure projects.

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