Senior Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive benefits

Job summary

At AECOM, we seek a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical design, investigations, and construction support across infrastructure and transportation projects in the UAE. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, interpret geotechnical data, and develop ground models while mentoring junior engineers.

The role requires solid field and office collaboration, adherence to standards, and delivering high-quality reports within project budgets and schedules, with a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a geotechnical related field from an accredited university.
• Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• Chartered Engineer / PE or equivalent is advantageous.
• Professional registration in UAE, Qatar or Bahrain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical design and analysis with minimal supervision.
• Execute moderate to complex portions of multidisciplinary assignments.
• Lead data collection and interpretation of geotechnical investigations.
• Prepare design reports, calculations, and specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure project quality and schedules.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, environmental, and construction teams.
• Support during construction and site inspections.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Investigation execution

Construction support

Multidisciplinary coordination

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

Bachelor's in Geotechnical/Civil/Engineering Geology

Master's degree preferred

Chartered Engineer / PE advantageous

Tools

PLAXIS 2D

RS2

Slope/W

Seep/W

LPILE

3D FEM software

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer experienced in geotechnical engineering design, investigations, and construction support. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering geotechnical solutions across infrastructure, transportation, buildings, and civil engineering projects, including site investigations, foundation design, earthworks, ground improvement, and advanced numerical analysis. The role requires close coordination with multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with project specifications, applicable standards, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design and analysis for geotechnical projects with minimal supervision.
• Execute moderate to complex portions of multidisciplinary engineering assignments.
• Collect, interpret, and correlate geotechnical investigation data using established engineering procedures.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design drawings, and specifications.
• Develop practical engineering solutions by adapting established methods to project-specific requirements.
• Identify design discrepancies, assess risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Deliver work in accordance with project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, environmental, and construction teams throughout project delivery.
• Provide technical support during construction, site inspections, and contractor coordination.

The successful candidate should demonstrate expertise in:

• Planning and managing geotechnical investigations.
• Assessment and interpretation of geotechnical parameters.
• Development of geotechnical ground models for various design conditions.
• Shallow foundation design.
• Deep foundation design (piles and drilled shafts).
• Earthworks and embankment design.
• Slope stability assessment and design.
• Excavation and temporary lateral support systems.
• Ground improvement techniques and design.
• Liquefaction assessment and mitigation.
• Preparation of geotechnical design reports and recommendations.
• Construction monitoring and geotechnical site support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university in one of the following disciplines:
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Engineering Geology
• Geological Engineering
• Foundation Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Rock Mechanics
• Rock Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Master's degree or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline is preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng), Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent professional registration is advantageous.
• Relevant professional registration in Qatar, Bahrain, or the UAE is preferred.

Experience

• 8–15 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Proven experience in both geotechnical design and construction/site supervision.
• Strong understanding of contracts related to site investigations, surveys, and construction works.
• Experience on major infrastructure, transportation, marine, industrial, or building projects is highly desirable.

Additional Information

Software Skills

• Slope/W or Slide
• Seep/W
• PLAXIS 2D
• RS2
• Sigma/W
• Repute
• Group
• LPILE
• PDispSettle3D
• CPeT-IT
• CLiq or Liquefy-Pro
• 3D Finite Element Modelling (FEM) software

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10155962

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid