Geotechnical Tunnel Engineer, Prague

Prague - Czech Republic

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 28-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Geotechnical / Tunnel Engineer

Prague Czechia

Full-time

Do you want the opportunity to co-create with our experts on some of the most prestigious infrastructure programmes in North America Can you work with limited supervision both independently and as part of a team located locally and remotely Then here is your chance to turn aspirations into actions.

We are looking for a Geotechnical or Tunnel Engineer to join our team based in Prague Czech Republic. You will work on infrastructure projects across the globe. Although most of our current projects are based in North America we also want to strengthen our position in the local market.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

Carry out geotechnical soilstructure interaction and dynamic analyses using advanced finite element and tunnel design software such as PLAXIS Sofistik Ensoft and GeoStudio software packages.
Prepare and validate design deliverables including detailed calculations drawings specifications and project documentation (technical memos and reports).
Interface frequently with technical leads project directors managers the design team and the BIM/CADD team.
Design and analyse tunnels and shafts as well as temporary and permanent retaining structures deep and shallow foundations and earthworks.
Identify geotechnical risks and propose appropriate mitigation methods.

Characterise and classify ground conditions.

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.

The first step to success in this role is your eagerness to collaborate with the people around youcolleagues partners and customers alike. You build strong relationships by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. You are not set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.

Required skills and qualifications:

M.S. ( the Czech Republic) or higher degree in Geotechnical Engineering;
At least 5 years of experience working as a geotechnical engineer in the design of geotechnical structures;
Sound knowledge and understanding of geotechnical and civil engineering fundamentals;
Proficiency in finite element software such as PLAXIS;
Ability to interface effectively with other technical disciplines especially structural engineering;
Experience in soilstructure interaction and in preparing and checking engineering designs and calculations;
Fluency in English both written and spoken.

Preferred skills and qualifications (not required):

Chartered Engineer professional qualification in Czechia or a US Professional Engineer (PE) licence.
Experience using geotechnical software packages from Ensoft GeoStudio and Rocscience.
Fluency in Czech.

A place to work and so much more

At COWI we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do this by applying our knowledge curiosity and courage to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aim for 100 per cent of our revenue to come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

We value diversity development and inclusion cultivating an environment of belonging and enjoymentbecause that is what brings out the best in you at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in Scandinavia the UK North America Czechia and India we are currently 7300 people who bring their expertise in engineering architecture energy and the environment into play.

What we also offer

Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.

Some of our benefits include (these are being constantly reviewed and updated):

5 weeks of paid holiday;
Company-paid monthly social events and annual teambuilding activities;
Company-paid health and life insurance;
Pension contribution (up to 4% of the employees salary matching the employees own contribution);
Twice-weekly boxes of fresh fruit and other healthy snacks in the office.

Got more questions

If you have any unanswered questions about the role or what we have to offer please reach out to Talent Acquisition Specialist Priyanka at .

Get to know us even better at our website where you can learn more about our projects our strategy what we want to achieve and what life is like at COWI.

Equal opportunity employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race colour religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment hiring placement promotion termination redundancy recall transfer leave of absence remuneration and training.

Geotechnical / Tunnel EngineerPrague CzechiaFull-timeDo you want the opportunity to co-create with our experts on some of the most prestigious infrastructure programmes in North America Can you work with limited supervision both independently and as part of a team located locally and remotely Then h...