Geotechnical Design Engineer (Entry-Level)

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Geotechnical Design Engineer to join our engineering team (Dubai Office). This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, preparing technical reports and designs. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the English CV with a photograph, the highlighting relevant experience and the reason you believe that you are suitable for this position.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary with the specialities and are listed below.

1. Piling Systems:

• Design and analyze pile foundations (end-bearing, friction piles, etc.) for diverse soil conditions and load requirements.

2. Soil Improvement:

• Design and implement soil stabilization solutions, including dynamic compaction, stone columns and vibro compaction.

3. Pit Shoring & Dewatering:

• Design shoring systems (sheet piles, diaphragm walls, soldier piles) for deep excavations.
• Ensure shoring and dewatering designs adhere to Dubai Municipality and international standards.

Furthermore, here below are the additional duties regardless of the specialites.

• Prepare technical reports, drawings and specifications using Civil 3D, AutoCAD, or PLAXIS.
• Liaise with contractors, clients, and government authorities (e.g. Dubai Municipality) to resolve on-site challenges.

Requirements

1. Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred) / Civil Engineering.
• Graduated from a prestigious university is a plus.

2. Experience:

• Minimum 2 years in relevant design experience in one or more of the following: pile foundation, shoring, soil improvement (soil treatment) or dewatering (Dubai experience preferred). Fresh graduate is also welcomed to apply for this position.
• Extra experience in the aforementioned speciality is a plus.

4. Skills:

• Proficiency in engineering software (PLAXIS, GeoStudio, ETABS, AutoCAD, etc.) and MS Office.
• Having knowledge of Dubai Municipality regulations and geotechnical investigation methods.

5. Languages:

• The working language is English. Fluency in English is required.
• The multilingual candidate is preferred (especially in Arabic or Chinese or both).

6. Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, communication, writing skills and deadline management abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED8,000.00 per month