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Tunneling Engineering Intern (Available June 2023)

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Tunneling Engineering Intern (Available June 2023)

Seattle, WA +2 locations
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    JOIN US TO SHAPE A BETTER WORLD!

    Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, advisors and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigor to shape a better world

    RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS SPECIFIC ROLE WILL INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

    • Carry out empirical, analytical, and numerical analyses for purposes of tunnel and shaft design (initial support and final lining) for various tunnel construction methods such as drill and blast, sequential excavation method, or TBM bored.
    • Interpret and organize design results into project documentation such as Technical Memos Geotechnical Data, Interpretive, or Baseline Reports, or Basis of Design reports
    • Characterize and classify ground conditions for different tunneling methods based on geotechnical information.
    • Communicate design work through Preparation of drawing sketches indicating support types, geometry, construction sequencing, and instrumentation.
    • Use tunnel design software such as FLAC/FLAC3D, UDEC/3DEC, RocScience, or FracMan.
    • Undertake geological mapping and rock mass classification on site.
    • Apply rock and soil mechanics skills to assess likely failure modes and develop ground support schemes.
    • Undertake linear and non-linear structural analysis of shotcrete and concrete tunnel linings based on Code requirements using first principles or structural design software packages (SAP, GSA).
    • Make use of automation and established workflows to follow best practice. Develop workflows and ideas for automation where none exist.
    • Work in multidisciplinary teams for delivery of large scale infrastructure projects for transportation, water/wastewater, or mining.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    REQUIRED:

    • Pursuing Bachelor's of Science in Underground Construction/Tunneling, Geotechnical, Structural, Geological, or Mining Engineering
    • 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals, soil and rock mechanics, and tunneling methods
    • Good time-management habits, ability to multi-task, ability to sustain focus on long tasks
    • Ability to communicate thoughts and ideas in an accessible way - distill design tasks and solutions into concise text and presentation slides
    • Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, creativity.
    • Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

    PREFERRED:

    • Pursuing Master of Scienceor Master's of Engineering in Underground Construction/Tunneling, Geotechnical, Structural, Geological, or Mining Engineering
    • EIT/FE desired
    • Numerical modeling skills using one of the tunnel design software packages described above
    • Computer programming and visualization skills ( Matlab , Python, Rhino)
    • A relevant internship with an engineering design or contracting firm
    • Past history of creative problem solving and communication of solutions through technical presentations or reports

    NOTABLE PROJECTS

    For over seven decades Arup has been at the forefront of the most ambitious and innovative design and engineering. From concert halls to national stadiums, renewable energy to driverless cars, we continue to add to that history every day. Notable projects from our Tunneling team include:

    • Long Baseline Neutrino Facility
    • BHP Jansen Shaft Project
    • Billy Bishop Pedestrian Tunnel

    ARUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

    We consider all qualified candidates regardless of national origin, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at americasbenefits@arup.com

  • Industry
    Engineering
  • Locations
    Los Angeles, CA • San Francisco, CA • Seattle, WA
  • About Us

    At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organization which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.