Geotechnical Engineer - Infrastructure Design and Investigation

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its Abu Dhabi team, supporting infrastructure design and ground investigations. The role involves investigations, data interpretation, and design of foundations, earthworks, and slope stability, with field supervision and technical reporting.

The candidate should have 3-5 years post-graduation geotechnical experience, solid soil/rock mechanics knowledge, and proficiency with geotechnical software.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of post-graduation geotechnical investigation and design experience.
• Strong knowledge of soil and rock mechanics.
• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis tools and software.
• Experience with field supervision and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and assessments for infrastructure projects.
• Interpret field data and evaluate ground conditions.
• Perform settlement, retaining wall and foundation design analyses.
• Coordinate investigation findings with multidisciplinary teams and supervise field activities.

Skills

Geotechnical investigation

Geotechnical design

Slope stability

Earthworks

Soil mechanics

Tools

GEO5

WALLAP

ALP

SlopeW

Slide

Plaxis

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer - Infrastructure Design and Investigation Job Snapshot - Role: Engineer - Geotechnical - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Environmental and Geological Engineering - Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in geotechnical investigation and design following undergraduate graduation - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its engineering team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, supporting infrastructure and development projects. The successful candidate will undertake geotechnical investigations, interpret ground investigation data and develop engineering solutions for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and slope stability. The role combines geotechnical analysis, technical design, field supervision and engineering documentation. Responsibilities include preparing interpretative reports, reviewing construction drawings, performing settlement assessments and applying specialist geotechnical modelling software. Working with multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors and clients, the Geotechnical Engineer will contribute to technically sound, practical and compliant project solutions. This opportunity is suited to an engineering professional with 3-5 years of post-graduation experience in geotechnical investigation and design, strong knowledge of soil and rock mechanics, and proficiency in relevant geotechnical analysis tools.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Environmental and Geological Engineering
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Geotechnical Investigation and Ground Assessment

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and assessments to support infrastructure and development projects.
• Apply established engineering principles and scientific methods to evaluate ground conditions.
• Interpret field investigation data and relevant geotechnical information.
• Assess soil and rock characteristics affecting engineering design.
• Identify geotechnical constraints and potential ground-related risks.
• Provide technical input to project planning and design decisions.
• Coordinate investigation findings with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support the development of practical geotechnical solutions based on available ground information.

Geotechnical Design and Analysis

• Perform geotechnical engineering calculations and design assessments.
• Conduct settlement analysis for relevant structures and ground conditions.
• Undertake retaining wall design and associated engineering evaluations.
• Develop geotechnical designs for shallow foundations.
• Carry out design assessments for deep foundations.
• Perform earthworks-related geotechnical analysis.
• Evaluate slope stability and relevant ground stability conditions.
• Review design assumptions and engineering calculations for technical accuracy.
• Apply relevant design codes, standards and established engineering practices.
• Develop technically appropriate solutions that meet project requirements.

Geotechnical Modelling and Software Applications

• Use specialist geotechnical software to support engineering analysis and design.
• Apply GEO5 for relevant geotechnical calculations and assessments.
• Use WALLAP and ALP for applicable geotechnical design tasks.
• Perform slope stability assessments using SlopeW or Slide.
• Apply Plaxis for relevant geotechnical modelling and analysis.
• Review modelling inputs, assumptions and calculated results.
• Interpret software outputs and incorporate findings into engineering recommendations.
• Support validation of geotechnical design solutions through appropriate analytical methods.

Field Supervision and Construction Support

• Monitor geotechnical field activities against approved project requirements.
• Coordinate with geotechnical contractors during investigation and construction-related activities.
• Review relevant field observations and technical information.
• Identify site conditions requiring engineering assessment.
• Monitor compliance with applicable technical specifications and quality standards.
• Communicate geotechnical concerns to relevant engineering and