Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Dubai

Ramboll; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Dubai seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to lead the provision of geostructures advice and design. Responsibilities include supervising analyses and guiding less experienced engineers. Candidates should have a BEng degree, strong communication skills, and ideally experience in rock engineering. This position offers the opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to guide and supervise complex analyses.
• Experience in rock engineering or geo-seismic engineering is beneficial.
• Familiarity with commercial controls for project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead geostructures advice and design for technical delivery.
• Supervise planning and delivery of geostructures analysis.
• Assist in career development of less experienced engineers.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Guidance and supervision

Communication skills (English, Danish/German)

Rock engineering

Education

BEng degree in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology

Masters degree or 15+ years of industry experience

Job description

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Leading the provision of geostructures advice and design to a multi-disciplinary project team taking technical and commercial geotechnical delivery for projects
• Supervising the planning and delivery of Geostructures analysis using various proprietary tools
• Guiding less experienced engineers to deliver analysis and design
• Assisting in the career development of others
• Providing new ideas or approaches to ground engineering challenges
• Carrying out research and development of new ideas and products to enable Ramboll to provide sustainable solutions for society
• Carrying out technical and commercial bidding for new projects and contracts
• Supporting the team leader to build the Geostructures business in Denmark and overseas.

Qualifications

From the moment you join Ramboll we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role we believe your starting point is:

• Good quality BEng degree with reasonable geotechnical engineering or engineering geology content
• A masters degree or higher that focuses on geotechnical engineering or engineering geology would be of benefit but this can be replaced with good industry experience of more than 15 years
• Proven ability to guide and supervise complex analyses retaining structures or complex foundations
• Past experience of rock engineering and/or geo‑seismic engineering would be a benefit
• Good written and oral communication skills in English and Danish or German
• Good experience of the use of commercial controls needed to deliver work in a manner that meets our business objectives

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: ability to investigate new ideas and not rely on tried and trusted methods; good oral communication skills to enable interaction with colleagues of varying experience and background both in person and online; willingness to supervise and develop less experienced engineers; desire to identify and deliver growth within the existing business.

Additional Information

Ramboll in Middle East Asia Pacific and Africa

Ramboll has more than 1500 experts working across 15 offices in the Middle East Asia Pacific and Africa. We are present in Dubai Doha Saudi Arabia Quarter the United Arab Emirates China India Malaysia Hong Kong Australia New Zealand Singapore and South Africa. Our experts are applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings Transport Planning & Urban Design Water Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open collaborative and empowering culture.

Welcome to our High‑Rise Buildings division

As one of the top 10 building designers in the world Ramboll works on more than 10000 building projects each year. 5000 experts across the world specialize in creating more innovative sustainable and livable buildings. We place particular emphasis on our livable buildings concept where we balance the cultural social and physical values of buildings to improve the quality of life for building users.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time