Geotechnical Engineer

Atkins Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in geotechnical investigations and design. Responsibilities include managing geotechnical investigations and collaborating with environmental professionals. The position offers competitive salary, accommodation, and allowances.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Accommodation and transportation allowances

22 days annual leave

Medical and life insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Annual flight allowance

Employee Well-Being Programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in civil/geotechnical fields within a consulting environment.
• Proven experience in geotechnical investigation management and design.
• Strong numeracy skills and meticulous work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Work on geotechnical investigations including scoping, management, and interpretation.
• Design for infrastructure projects alongside environmental science professionals.

Skills

Geotechnical investigation management

Technical communication

Attention to detail

Geotechnical software (gINT, Slope W, Seep W)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Our Middle East offices include the UAE (Dubai & Abu Dhabi), Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia & Kuwait. As a provider of multi-disciplined technical services to the built environment, Atkins in the Middle East is committed to design excellence in delivering first-class solutions that combine innovation, imagination, and best practices.

We currently have an opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our expanding team in the Middle East, working on a range of challenging projects, specifically within our expanding Ground Engineering team based in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• The candidate will work on geotechnical investigations including scoping, management, and interpretation, as well as geotechnical design for infrastructure projects alongside environmental science and engineering professionals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in geotechnical investigation management, interpretation, and design of foundations, piles, retaining walls, and related infrastructure.
• Experience in a fast-paced engineering consultancy environment, ideally with international exposure.
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5+ years experience in civil/geotechnical fields within a consulting environment.
• Working towards chartered status or equivalent.
• High numeracy skills and meticulous work ethic.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis software (gINT, Slope W, Seep W, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with clear, concise report writing.

Behaviours

• Excellent team player.
• Decisive, clear, and consistent in geotechnical engineering design approach.
• Effective communicator.
• Sound technical judgment.
• Adaptable and willing to participate in all aspects of ground engineering delivery.
• Attention to technical accuracy and detail.
• Passionate about engineering and committed to exceeding stakeholder expectations.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Accommodation and transportation allowances.
• 22 days annual leave (based on a 5-day workweek).
• Medical and life insurance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.
• Employee Well-Being Programme, including 24-hour free advice on financial, legal, and family matters, plus access to health, fitness, and nutrition consultants.

About The Company

Atkins is a leading provider of professional, technology-based consultancy and support services across the industry, commerce, and government sectors worldwide. With over 17,000 staff in Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and the Americas, we offer comprehensive services throughout the project lifecycle in the built environment.

Our goal is to be the preferred international supplier of technical and integrated services. Our vision emphasizes quality, world-class design, value addition, and adaptability to societal changes.

Since 1967, Atkins has been active in the Gulf region, with our regional head office in Dubai. We employ over 2,000 staff across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, Doha, Manama, Kuwait City, and Bangalore.