Geotechnical Design Engineer

• Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with moderate supervision.

Specific

The candidate should have specific experience in the following.

• Geotechnical Investigations
• Assessment of Geotechnical Parameters
• Preparation of Ground Models for different design situations

The candidate should also have specific experience in 3 or more of the following.

• Shallow Foundation Design
• Deep Foundation Design
• Earthworks (Embankment) Design
• Slope Design
• Excavation Lateral Support Design
• Ground Improvement Design
• Liquefaction Assessment

The following would be considered beneficial

• Shallow Foundation Design
• Deep Foundation Design
• Earthworks (Embankment) Design
• Slope Design
• Excavation Lateral Support Design
• Ground Improvement Design
• Liquefaction Assessment
• Geophysical Survey
• Seismic Design
• Geotechnics of dam design

The knowledge of the following software packages or their equivalent would be an advantage.

• Slope/W or Slide
• Seep/W
• Plaxis 2D or RS2 or Sigma/W
• Repute, Group and LPile
• PDisp or Settle 3D
• CPeT-IT
• CLiq or Liquefy-Pro
• A 3D FEM would be considered an advantage.

Good knowledge of contracts relating to investigation, survey and construction works.

A balance of experience between design and site would be an added benefit.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science or Engineering from an accredited University in one or more of the following subjects and a Master of Science / Engineering or PhD would be preferred.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Engineering Geology
• Geological Engineering
• Foundation Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Rock Mechanics
• Rock Engineering
• Mining Engineering

CEng, PE, or equivalent licensing/registration as a professional engineer is required.

Relevant registration required in Qatar, Bahrain and UAE.

Experience

• Generally, 2 to 8 years' experience.

Additional information

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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