Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Marine, Coastal, and Geotechnical Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role requires at least 7 years of experience in geotechnical investigations and offers responsibilities in designing waterfront structures and managing projects. Candidates should have strong technical writing skills and a relevant degree. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong oral and technical writing skills are required.
• Familiarity with international geotechnical design standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical investigations and analyses.
• Design waterfront structures and marine infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering reports and technical specifications.

Skills

Geotechnical investigation

Project management

Technical writing

Coastal engineering

Design software familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, coastal, structural or geotechnical engineering

Advanced degree in civil, coastal, structural or geotechnical engineering

Professional engineer licensure

Tools

AUTOCAD

SAP2000

MATLab

Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Applied Technology and Management (ATM) a Geosyntec Company, is looking for a Marine, Coastal, andGeotechnical Engineerwith a minimum of 7 yearsof experience to work on a client site in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Apply your engineering skills to projects involving geotechnical investigations, planning waterfront and coastal structures, analysis, design, and skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public‑sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well‑being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Geotechnical investigation.
• Geotechnical engineering analyses such as slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, and seismic;
• Geotechnical and site characterization;
• Review factual design reports, borehole logs and laboratory testing
• Preparation of geotechnical field investigation specifications and geotechnical interpretive reports
• Prepare foundation and pile design as well as ground improvement recommendations
• Developing engineering solutions to challenging structural and geotechnical problems and site conditions
• Coordination and support with marine and structural team on projects
• Oversee waterfront structure and marine infrastructure projects
• Design and engineering for a variety of areas such as harbors, marinas, vessel mooring and berthing structures, bulkheads and seawalls, breakwaters and shore protection structures, shoreline stabilization and sediment management.
• Development and management of instrumentation monitoring systems;
• Small project/task management and proposal preparation support;
• Preparation of engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications; and
• Attend meetings with clients and regulatory authorities.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil, coastal, structural or geotechnical engineering. (required)
• Advanced degree in civil, coastal, structural or geotechnical engineering. (preferred)
• Professional engineer licensure (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years (8+ preferred) of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Strong oral and technical writing skills. (required)
• Familiarity with international geotechnical design standards including Eurocode and British Standards. (preferred)
• Familiarity and experience on coastal and waterfront projects. (preferred)
• Experience with engineering software such as AUTOCAD, Slope/W, SAP2000, ALLPILE, STAAD Pro, MATLab, SWAN, SBEACH, MIKE21, and Plaxis. (2D/3D) (preferred)