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Associate Designer- Tunnel Practice

Job in Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 CAD Yearly CAD 70000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Associate Designer- Tunnel Practice )

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be h accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a passionate, skilled and innovative Associate Designer to join our growing Tunneling Practice in Canada. This role is ideal for a technically strong, collaborative professional with extensive experience in tunnel design, underground structures, and geotechnical/structural analysis for major infrastructure programs.

At AECOM, you will join a global team of 50,000+ professionals driven by a shared purpose: delivering a better world. Our work improves mobility, resilience, clean water access, and community connectivity across Canada.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design of tunnels using TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) and SEM (Sequential Excavation Methods), under the guidance of senior engineers.

  • Use commercial software tools (e.g., Finite Element or Distinct Element software) to conduct basic structural and geotechnical analyses.

  • Develop and verify calculations for structural and geotechnical verifications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.

  • Provide input on soil and rock mechanics, ground-structure interactions, and underground engineering principles to support project teams.

  • Assist in preparing technical inputs for tunnel proposals, including methodologies and techniques.

  • Contribute to the design of SOE systems for shafts, pump stations, and cut-and-cover structures.

  • Participate in Health & Safety (H&S) reviews, constructability assessments, and risk management planning.

  • Support the preparation of design reports, technical specifications, and drawings.

  • Work closely with other engineers, professionals, and clients to ensure project alignment and integration.

  • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of demonstrated equivalency or experience and/or education.
  • QUALIFICATIONS:

    Preferred Qualifications

  • Degree in Civil, Geotechnical or Structural Engineering with experience in tunneling and underground engineering or Master’s Degree in structural or geotechnical engineering is preferred.

  • 3+ years’ experience in foundations, underground structures, tunnels, trenchless structures, etc

  • Experience in different tunneling methods, shaft design and ground improvement, SEM tunneling, TBM tunneling.

  • Knowledge of Geotechnical, Hydrogeology, Geological engineering and Rock mechanics.

  • Knowledge of analytical and numerical analysis methods for underground works and tunnels.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills applied to design activities.

  • Excellent oral and written skills as well as interpersonal/teamwork skills.

  • Additional Information

    Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $70000 to $90000.

    About AECOM

    AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

    AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed…

    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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