Smith Engineering Hyperloop T&B Drilling Manager

ABOUT US: Smith Engineering Hyperloop (formerly Queen's Hyperloop Design Team) is an internationally acclaimed student team that seeks to innovate the future of green transportation. Each year, we push ourselves and the boundaries of global transformation. We seek a path of continuous growth and are constantly searching for new talents to build our team. If you are curious, learning-driven, and looking to make real change in the world, SHDT is the place for you. Our team consists of 4 unique branches: Technical Branch – Work on designing and building our Hyperloop pod prototype. Research and Development Branch – Develop and publish Hyperloop technologies beyond just the Hyperloop pod. Business and Logistics Branch – Strategically grow and manage the team’s assets. Tunneling and Boring Branch – Design and build a miniature tunnel-boring machine (TBM) for Hyperloop infrastructure development. Each branch consists of multiple subteams which focus on specific aspects of the branch. At SHDT, we believe that anybody can be a part of any branch. Our learning-first culture enables members to develop the skills necessary to succeed in any branch regardless of their academic background. If you have curiosity and passion for any area of Hyperloop, we have the resources to help you develop them! Position Description The Tunnelling & Boring Drilling manager is responsible for leading a team to design the cutterhead and slurry removal for a T&B machine to compete at the Not a Boring Competition. This includes understanding the soil conditions of the competition site to inform designs. They will utilize previous years’ designs to improve and implement systems. This role includes design modelling, building of the system, and the budgeting and ordering of parts. Position Qualifications Collaborative Detail-oriented Strong Communicator Passionate Motivational Strong time management Inclusive Dedication to fostering growth and inclusive workspaces is valuable We do not look at your resume as a deciding factor. We weigh it the least compared to your written application and interviews. The Application & Interview DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday, August 12th, 2026 (11:59 PM EST) Interviews will occur over Microsoft Teams after the deadline for all applicants. We are very happy to provide accommodations for these interviews, so please reach out to us and let us know how we can make the process more accessible for you! Based on number of applicants, group interviews or multiple rounds of interviews may occur. Contact Information Don't hesitate to contact us at hyperloop @engsoc.queensu.ca or @smithhyperloop on Instagram! 'Dare to dream and design the future. We were not on top of the world because of our strength or intelligence. Rather, we were on top of the world because we cared - about our members and their dreams.'

The Drilling Manager leads a team in designing the cutterhead and slurry removal systems for a miniature tunnel-boring machine. They are responsible for project budgeting, part procurement, and implementing design improvements based on soil conditions.

The role requires strong communication, time management, and collaborative skills to lead a student team effectively. Candidates should be detail-oriented and dedicated to fostering an inclusive workspace.

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• LeadershipSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Leadership
• Project management
• Design modeling
• Budgeting
• Communication
• Time management
• Collaboration
• Problem solving
• Engineering design
• Slurry removal systems
• Cutterhead design
• Curiosity
• Tunnel Boring Machine
• Microsoft Teams
• Motivational Skills
• Time Management
• Therapeutic Behavior Management
• Detail Oriented

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Drilling Manager
• Drilling Engineer
• Mining Engineers, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
• Petroleum Engineers

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine