Tunnel Engineer, Intermediate

Ghd

The Role

Overview

Intermediate Tunnel Engineer for design & analysis of large-diameter tunnels in Canada/abroad.

Key Responsibilities

  • data management
  • engineering design
  • tunnel analysis
  • technical development
  • client management
  • data analysis

Tasks

-Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals. -Data Management: Help others get the most out of data management systems by providing support and advice. -Knowledge Management: Implement policies and processes, collect best practices and case studies, and participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions to capture and share knowledge among colleagues on project/program outcomes and innovative practices in allocated projects. -Attend client meetings along with supervisor -Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems. -assist with project work within GHD’s Rail and Transportation business and support other tunnelling projects across Canada or internationally, as opportunities present. -Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the development of, and implement feasibility testing of, proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the design. -Technical Developments Recommendation: Discuss and recommend technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/applications software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users’ needs. -Exploration Plan Development: Provide the design of exploration programs, including risk assessment and budgeting. -Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media. -Reservoir Characterization and Analysis: Assist with reservoir characterization and simulation by compiling reservoir engineering data and helping to analyze it. This could include data from flow tests and well tests, as well as data on historical production performance. -carry out analysis as directed by senior members of the team for tunnel liners and shaft design using PLAXIS, FLAC, Rocscience, etc. -Research: Carry out a range of research activities either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role. -Technical Troubleshooting: Support technical troubleshooting efforts, aiding in the quick and accurate identification, analysis, and resolution of technical issues with equipment and experiments. -Assist GHD with project pursuits and proposal writings -assisting in responding to technical and administrative tasks associated with the development of tunnels and stations. -Geoscientific Studies and Interpretations: Contribute to well proposals by providing complex analysis and interpretation of geological/geophysical field data. Involves using advanced modeling techniques. -Prepare tunnel reports input to the tunnel component of proposals -Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.

Requirements

  • p.eng
  • plaxis
  • tbm
  • soft ground
  • 4 years
  • large tunnels

What You Bring

-Ability to prepare PSOS specifications -Demonstrate strong knowledge of the different tunnelling & shaft construction methods, logistics, equipment & methodology selection -Familiar with settlement instrumentation & monitoring -Proven experience in tunnel engineering, transportation and rail projects -Capability in working within tunnel design or construction teams -Professional status is essential, e.g. P.Eng, or working towards it -Experience designing large diameter tunnels (6m +) -Experience in the design of tunnels in soft ground and transit underground support of structure -Excellent technical writing, presentation and team work skills -Familiar with the preparation of GBR’s, along with the review of GDR and geotechnical investigation planning for tunnel and underground structures -Ability to design deep shaft & shoring structures -Demonstrated experience in preparation of detailed design reports & construction reporting -Soft ground tunnelling ancillaries including ground treatment & ground freezing -Minimum of 4 years working on tunnel and underground projects, post graduate -Confident with analytical and numerical analysis methods and ability to work with various industry standard geotechnical software’s (PLAXIS, FLAC, Rocscience etc.) -Tunnelling construction experience with TBM’s & precast linings -Valid Ontario Driver’s License (G) -Familiar with cost estimating & scheduling for tunnel/shaft construction -University graduate with degree in geotechnical, geological or civil engineering (Master Degree in Tunnel/Geotechnical Engineering would be considered an asset) -Experience in calculating tunnel induce settlement including analysis of damages to the adjacent infrastructure

The Company

About Ghd

-With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions. -The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings. -Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities. -The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Sector Specialisms

Water

Energy

Resources

Environment

Property and Buildings

Transportation

Hydrology and Hydrodynamics

Digital Technologies

Engineering

Architecture

Environmental Services

Construction Services

Geological Engineering

Energy Management

Water Management

Dams

Mining Solutions

Asset Management

Hydrogen Projects

Water Operations

Sustainability

Automation

Disaster Response