Senior Geotechnical Engineer

emerald project pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

emerald project pte. ltd. is seeking an experienced Civil/Geotechnical Design Engineer to execute detailed designs, prepare calculations and review drawings to meet customer specifications and applicable codes. The role emphasizes delivering safe, compliant infrastructure with proactive client and authority liaison.

The successful candidate will lead multi-disciplinary collaboration, mentor junior engineers, and ensure technical excellence across projects in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in structural or geotechnical design.
• Proficiency with engineering design software and analytical tools.
• Knowledge of Euro Code 2 and Euro Code 3.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; able to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed building and civil infrastructure projects including geotechnical, underground excavation, and tunnelling works.
• Perform structural and infrastructure analyses to ensure safety and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate project submissions and approvals with local authorities; manage technical liaison during construction.
• Communicate technical information effectively with clients, consultants and authorities to resolve design issues.
• Mentor and provide technical support to junior engineers to enhance team capability.

Skills

Structural design

Geotechnical design

Project coordination

Client communication

Mentoring

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for executing civil, structural, or geotechnical designs by preparing calculations and reviewing structural design drawings to meet customer specifications, applicable codes, standards, and accepted engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed building and civil infrastructure projects, including geotechnical, underground excavation, and tunnelling works, to meet project requirements.
• Perform structural and infrastructure analysis and design to ensure safety and compliance with engineering standards.
• Coordinate project submissions and approvals with local authorities and manage technical liaison during construction stages.
• Communicate technical information effectively with clients, consultants, and authorities to resolve design and construction issues.
• Mentor and provide technical support to junior engineers to enhance team capability and project delivery.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Civil Engineering Degree from a reputable institution, preferably recognised by the Professional Engineers Board of Singapore.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in structural or geotechnical design.
• Proficient in engineering design software and analytical tools to produce accurate design outputs.
• Knowledge of design codes such as Euro Code 2 and Euro Code 3.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.