Geological and Rock Design Engineer / Engineering Geologist

• 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 at least 5 of the following.

• Solid experience on site reconnaissance and geological mapping,
• Solid knowledge on rock mechanics and rock mass classification systems,
• Preparing computer aided geological mapping and geological ground models including profile and cross section preferably through AutoCAD/ ARCGIS and/ or software such as Leapfrog,
• Performing rock slope stability, specifically rock fall analysis,
• Preparing rock fall mitigation design through software, preparing corresponding specs and drawings,
• Conducting rock slope support design for open cuts,
• Proficiency in utilizing RocScience suit including Rocfall 2D and/or 3D, Dips, RocPlane, Swedge, Topple, RSdata and RocSlide,
• Geotechnical Investigations (including in-situ and laboratory test knowledge),
• Geohazard assessment,
• Preparing geotechnical design reports.
• Defining geotechnical design parameter,
• Preparing proposals,
• Preparing BoQ,
• Preparing contracts relating to geotechnical investigation, survey and construction works,
• Good knowledge of international codes and standards

A balance of experience between geotechnical design and site reconnaissance is mandatory.

The following would be considered beneficial:

• Experience in Leapfrog software,
• Conducting terrain hazard assessment,
• Geotechnical design experience including bearing capacity, settlement and liquefaction analysis,
• Knowledge on geophysical tests and interpretations,
• Knowledge on hydrogeology,
• Geotechnical design experience on cut & cover/drill and blast tunnel project and/or hydraulic structures,
• Knowledge on seismic design

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

• RocScience Suite:
• RocFall 2D or 3D,
• Dips,
• RocPlane,
• SWedge,
• RocTopple,
• RSData,
• Slide2 or Slide3 (alternatively Slope W),
• AutoCAD,
• Knowledge on ArcGIS.

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.

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

Working towards CEng, PE, or equivalent licensing/registration as a professional engineer.

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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