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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overview

We are currently seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join AtkinsRéalis' team in Dubai, UAE, reporting to the Lead Geotechnical Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting AtkinsRéalis' team on a variety of projects for various clients. The ideal candidate is an emerging professional within the industry with a working knowledge of soils mechanics, Soil structure interaction, reporting and typical construction practices within the Middle East region, and a desire to expand their technical skillset.

Your role

  • Analyze the data collected during site investigations to assess the stability and suitability of the site for construction projects.

  • Be able to define the requirement for the ground investigation works and prepare the related scope and specification.

  • The ability to define geotechnical design parameters to be used in the design.

  • Perform geotechnical calculations and modelling to evaluate factors such as bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, lateral earth pressures, and groundwater flow.

  • Plan, supervise (if required) and lead geotechnical investigations and design activities.

  • Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures, local and international standards.

  • Undertake geotechnical assessments and check using specialized software's such as GeoStudio, Rocscience, LPile, PLAXIS 2D and 3D, Pdisp, Repute and Wallap.

  • Ability to perform soil structure interaction using Plaxis 2D and 3D.

  • Understand materials testing objectives, construction drawings and design reports to support geotechnical investigation and design recommendations.

  • Analyze and prepare recommendations and GIR reports for projects relating to foundation design, infrastructure, shoring, retaining walls, slope stability, road structure design, materials testing, and other geotechnical related projects.

Cities & development Engineering

Location

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-157440

Salary range

-

About you

  • BS or MS in Geotechnical Engineering is required.

  • Very good understanding of drilling methods, field investigations, and laboratory testing procedures.

  • Appropriate experience in design, contract and tender preparation, tender assessment, site supervision and administration.

  • 5 to 6 years work experience as a Geotechnical Engineer within middle east.

  • Registered with ICE as chartered engineer is preferred.

  • Ability to work in a team or individually as and when required.

  • Ability to manage and handle multiple tasks.

  • Exceptional attention to detail.

  • A career spent in the geotechnical consulting industry is preferred.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Tax-free salary.

  • Life insurance coverage.

  • Medical insurance.

  • Annual leave balance.

  • Company gratuity scheme.

  • Discretionary bonus program.

  • Annual flight contribution.

  • Transportation & housing allowances.

  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

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