Geotechnical Engineer

About AtkinsRéalis 

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and contribute to geotechnical investigations and assessments.

• Undertake geotechnical assessments using specialized softwares such as GeoStudio, Rocscience, PLAXIS 2D and 3D, Pdisp, Repute and Wallap.

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

• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for quality control testing and performance of materials such as soil and concrete.

• Contribute to the development of project proposals/cost estimates and participate in the process of securing new business opportunities or expanding the scope of existing projects.

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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.

• 6 years Work experience as a Geotechnical Engineer within middle east.

• Registered with ICE as chartered engineer is preferred.

• Demonstrates organization, team collaboration, proposal and technical writing skills, and excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Geotechnical engineering software.

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

• Ability to manage and handle multiple tasks.

• Outstanding problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

Rewards & Benefits:

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary

• Transportation allowance

• Medical and life insurance cover

• 22 calendar days annual leave

• Company gratuity scheme

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Annual flight allowance to point of origin

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

AtkinsRealis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented

• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice

• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect

• Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;

• Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.