TBM Tunnel Engineer (Major Railway Tunnel Infrastructure Project - Hoboken, New Jersey, USA)

Protecnium is an international firm specializing in engineering and technical services

). We are currently looking for a TBM Tunnel Engineer to join our team for a major railway tunnel infrastructure project in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA (on-site position).

• Project: Major Railway Tunnel and Underground Infrastructure Works.
• Estimated duration of the position: 1 year.
• In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

Summary

The TBM Tunnel Engineer will provide technical and operational support for tunnel boring activities on a major railway infrastructure project involving twin TBM-driven tunnels, cross passages, precast concrete segmental lining, waterproofing systems, and deep shaft works.

The role will focus on monitoring TBM performance, excavation parameters, ground conditions, production rates, segment installation, annular grouting, and material handling operations. The selected candidate will work closely with TBM crews and the survey, quality, safety, and construction teams to ensure tunnelling activities are performed safely and efficiently.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational support for TBM tunnelling activities.
• Monitor and analyze TBM performance and excavation parameters.
• Monitor ground conditions and identify potential impacts on tunnelling operations.
• Track production rates and support the optimization of TBM performance.
• Monitor precast segment installation and lining operations.
• Support and monitor annular grouting activities.
• Coordinate material handling activities associated with tunnelling operations.
• Coordinate closely with TBM crews, survey, quality, safety, and construction teams.
• Prepare shift reports and production reports.
• Identify technical or operational issues and support troubleshooting and optimization of tunnelling works.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 10 hours per day, including a 1-hour lunch break.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience.
• Experience in tunnelling and TBM operations.
• Knowledge of TBM excavation parameters, production monitoring, and tunnelling operations.
• Understanding of precast segmental lining and segment installation.
• Knowledge of annular grouting and material handling operations.
• Ability to analyze operational performance and identify technical issues.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with TBM, survey, quality, safety, and construction teams.
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• English level: C1 (Advanced).

Benefits

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days + 5 working days of sick leave (100% salary).
• Travel: Round-trip flight at the beginning and end of the project if necessary.
• Hotel: Two weeks of accommodation if necessary.
• Vehicle provided.
• Gas provided for work-related travel.
• Company laptop provided.
• Company phone provided.
• Medical insurance

The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.

-Requirements :

• A Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Technical Director in tunnel/underground/linear construction projects/ heavy civil or similar.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.