Geotechnical Engineer

Assystem GmbH; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem GmbH is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Chennai. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geotechnical design and project management, working on foundational designs, slope engineering, and ground treatment. Responsibilities include preparing technical documentation, coordinating project teams, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. Candidates should have a first degree in engineering/geology plus a postgraduate qualification, along with 2-4 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical design of various structures.
• Knowledge of IS, IRC & relevant international codes.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical design preparation of calculations and reports.
• Manage small projects and review consultants' work.
• Coordinate team activities to meet deadlines.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Finite element analysis (PLAXIS)

Design calculations

Project management

Communication skills

Education

First degree in relevant engineering/geology

Recognized postgraduate geotechnical qualification or doctorate

Job description

This website emits an average of 1.6 g of CO[2] per page,* ASY 46,0 EURGeotechnical EngineerOur Vacancy# Geotechnical Engineer* Permanent /* Chennai* India* 06/05/26* On site* Share##**Company Profile:** **Assystem** provides engineering, project management and digital services to optimise the performance and safety of critical infrastructure throughout its lifecycle. The company first came to India having acquired Stup Consultants Pvt Ltd in **2021** and **L&TIEL** in **2024.** The company combines its globally recognised expertise in complex project management, with deep-rooted local experience cross full spectrum of infrastructure – from energy, transportation and urban development to water. Today, **Assystem** has a strong community of 1,500+ multidiscipline engineering experts connected across 8 offices in India. The Assystem Group is one of the world’s leading independent nuclear engineering companies, ranked among the top three globally, with 60 years of experience in complex and highly regulated environments. With 8,000 experts across 13 countries, Assystem supports the development of low-carbon energy. For company profile, please visit the website :-## Job Description**Skills*** Experience in geotechnical design of earthworks, slopes, retaining walls, underground structures, port structures, building structures, ideally in a variety of sectors. Experience in the Transportation sector would be a particular advantage.* Experience in designing and delivering ground improvement methods in wide variety of environments.* Experience in preparation and checking of well-presented design calculations, notes, reports, and general correspondence.* Conversant with IS, IRC & relevant international codes and leading industry analysis and software for the design of slopes, retaining walls and foundations.* Experience in preparing, running, and interpreting finite element packages such as ‘PLAXIS’ would be a distinct advantage.* Experience and understanding of the multi-disciplinary design process.* Knowledge of practices and procedures used within the water, transportation, and/or energy sectors would be an advantage.* Experience of managing small projects independently.* Supervising, mentoring, or developing less experienced engineers.* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.* Commercial awareness in dealings with clients, proposals, and projects.* Learning agility, actively learning through experimentation and experience, and seeking ways to grow and to be challenged.**Responsibilities*** Geotechnical design, preparation of supporting calculations, reports, and specifications related to foundation design, earthworks, slope engineering, retaining wall design, underground excavations, ground treatment, and ground investigation.* Responsibility for small projects and reviewing the work of externally procured consultants working on larger, more complex projects.* Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of a project team, including allocating and checking work and providing feedback on performance.* Coordinates activities with colleagues and team members to meet deadlines and achieve set targets in the most effective and efficient way.* Ensures junior team members are adhering to delivery standards and ensures essential procedures are followed based on knowledge of the industry.* Provides recommendations on resourcing (people) requirements for specific projects to more senior team members.* Leads the development and submission of proposals for routine, low-risk projects and contributes to the development of proposals for moderately complex projects.* Supports in development of business by maintaining client relationships and ensuring client loyalty and repeat work through excellent customer service and delivery.## My profile* First degree in a relevant engineering/geological field, together with a recognized postgraduate geotechnical qualification or doctorate in relevant field* Take responsibility for technical & administrative development and support the learning of sub-ordinates.* Minimum 2-4 years of experience in the field of geotechnical engineering.We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.# Other vacancies might interest you* ## Permanent Chennai 06/05/26* ## Permanent Chennai 05/05/26* ## Permanent Chennai 24/04/26