Geotechnical Engineer

Boskalis; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to design and oversee geotechnical elements for various projects. This full-time role requires a Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology and strong communication skills in English. The candidate will collaborate with teams on projects in the Middle East and provide on-site support. Opportunities for career development and global projects are available.

Benefits

Career opportunities

Warm welcome during onboarding

Access to courses in Boskalis academy

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology.
• Strong communication skills and excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
• Expert knowledge of stone column and DC / DR execution and design.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs for products and oversee the geotechnical elements during execution.
• Collaborate with project and tender teams to provide expert geotechnical input.
• Prepare and review method statements, supervise field tests, and manage soil investigation works.
• Provide on-site geotechnical support for ground improvement projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent English (spoken and written)

Expert knowledge of stone column and DC / DR execution and design

Proficiency in MS Office tools

Willingness to travel

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology

Job description

How you can make your mark

At Cofra BV, part of Boskalis Cofra Holding, you’ll join a team where engineering expertise meets practical execution to deliver high-impact projects across the globe. From designing advanced geotechnical solutions to guiding their implementation in the field, you’ll play a key role in shaping projects that transform the way we build on challenging ground conditions. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, you will find opportunities here to learn, grow, and contribute to projects with lasting value.

Your responsibilities as a geotechnical engineer :

• Develop designs for our products and oversee the geotechnical elements during execution.
• Collaborate with project and tender teams to provide expert geotechnical input and write technical proposals for projects in the Middle East and abroad.
• Prepare and review method statements, supervise field tests, and manage soil investigation works.
• Provide (on-site) geotechnical support for ground improvement projects in the Middle East and abroad.
• Balance multiple projects effectively, maintaining organisational skills and flexibility.

Your qualities

You will make a real impact as a geotechnical engineer if you have :

• A Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology.
• Strong communication skills and excellent command of English, both spoken and written.
• Expert knowledge of stone column and DC / DR execution and design.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Willingness to travel abroad for short or extended periods.
• A driver’s license is a plus.

What you can expect

• Career opportunities : We challenge you every day to get better. Together we realize your full personal and professional career by creating development opportunities.
• Warm welcome : We warmly welcome our new colleagues, so they feel at home as soon as possible. During your online onboarding program, we give you all the ins and outs of Boskalis!
• Career development : Plenty of opportunities to realize your full potential. Challenge yourself with (online) courses in our Boskalis academy.

Extra information

• Your team : You’ll be part of the Cofra team based in Abu Dhabi, while some of your colleagues will be working from the Netherlands.
• Where you will work : You will work from our office in Abu Dhabi.
• Fulltime / part- time job : The position of geotechnical engineer is full time.
• Procedure : All you need to do to apply for a job is to complete the online application form and send it to us along with your CV and cover letter. As soon as you have sent your application, you will receive a confirmation email. Depending on the job, we will invite you for two or more interviews via Microsoft Teams. If both sides are happy to proceed after interviews, we will make you an offer to join Boskalis. After successfully completing all the steps in the procedure, we warmly welcome you to our organization.

About Boskalis

Working with Cofra means becoming part of a global organisation at the forefront of engineering innovation. You will work on projects that challenge your skills, alongside experts who are passionate about pushing boundaries. With Boskalis’ worldwide reach, your career can take you across countries and continents — and every project adds to your professional growth and impact.

Interested?

We’ll be happy to answer your questions about the position of geotechnical engineer. Please contact Catherine Buenaagua, corporate recruiter via our careers page.

Interested? Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.

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