Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer
4 days ago
Geoharbour is seeking an accomplished **Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer specializing in piling and foundation systems** to join our team in Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to our growth strategy as we deliver large-scale geotechnical and infrastructure projects across the Kingdom, addressing the unique challenges of the region’s diverse soil conditions.
This position requires a deep understanding of soil and rock mechanics, ground behavior, and foundation design, with a focus on managing geotechnical risks in the context of Saudi Arabia’s diverse and challenging soil conditions.
As the Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer, you will oversee site investigations, analyze geotechnical data, and ensure that piling designs and construction activities align with project specifications, safety regulations, and international standards. This role demands a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and exceptional problem-solving skills to address challenges such as soil instability, settlement, expansive clays, and groundwater management particularly in desert and coastal regions.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and execute bored piles, deep foundations, diaphragm walls, secant walls, anchoring, and shotcrete works, while addressing geotechnical challenges like expansive clays, loose sands, and groundwater management.
Provide expertise in all types of piling testing, including CLT, PIT, DLT, LLT, TLT, PLT, and CHCL.
Prepare comprehensive weekly, monthly, and annual production reports, including:
Daily Production Reports (linear meters)
Drilling Records
RFI Reports
Monthly Production Returns
Lead the design and execution of bored, secant, and CFA piles, along with associated testing works, ensuring stability in KSA’s variable soil conditions.
Develop temporary earth retaining systems using DC Pit (German Software), suitable for KSA’s diverse soil types.
Design and execute shoring works, including tie-back anchors, ensuring safety in areas with soil instability or groundwater concerns.
Perform geotechnical settlement calculations using SETTLE 3D, addressing settlement issues common in desert and coastal regions.
Demonstrate expertise in DC, DR, and RIC techniques, as well as CPT and SPT testing, tailored to KSA’s ground conditions.
Conduct site visits, attend meetings, and study bidding/tender documents in detail to ensure all geotechnical aspects are covered.
Estimate quantities, prepare BOQs, and review shop drawings and specifications to ensure alignment with geotechnical requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
10-15 years of design experience in geotechnical engineering.
Proven expertise in piling and foundation systems for large-scale infrastructure projects such as Stadium, Industrial Facilities, Metro, Rail, Highways, Tunneling Etc.
Proficiency in geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, GeoStudio, Rocscience, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques, soil mechanics, and piling design in desert and coastal environments.
Familiarity with international standards and codes of practice.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for managing multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
This full-time position offers an opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects and contribute to Geoharbour's leadership in the geotechnical engineering sector.
Pay: ﷼25,000.00 - ﷼30,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Riyadh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
**Experience**:
- Geotechnical Design - Piling: 10 years (required)
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