Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 4 years

Location: Ahmedabad

JobType: full-time

We are looking for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer with a strong background in soil investigations, reinforced earth (RE) structures, pavement design with geosynthetics, and ground improvement techniques. The role involves both field and design responsibilities, combining deep technical expertise with practical implementation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Geotechnical Site Investigations

• Plan and manage field investigations, including borehole drilling, soil sampling, and in-situ testing.
• Analyze laboratory and field test data such as CBR, UCS, triaxial, and consolidation tests.
• Assess critical soil properties influencing the design and performance of pavements and retaining structures.

2. Design of Reinforced Earth (RE) Walls

• Perform comprehensive structural and geotechnical design of RE walls using polyester geogrids.
• Conduct external, internal, and compound stability analysis.
• Utilize design tools such as Geo5, MSEW, REWall, or equivalent software.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards like IRC SP-102, BS8006, and FHWA-NHI guidelines.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, cross-sections, elevations, and bills of quantities (BOQs).

3. Pavement Design with PP Geogrids

• Evaluate subgrade conditions based on CBR and modulus parameters.
• Design flexible pavements reinforced with polypropylene geogrids using layered theory or mechanistic-empirical methods.
• Conduct cost and thickness optimization studies comparing reinforced and non-reinforced sections.
• Recommend suitable subgrade improvement methods, such as stabilization or replacement.

4. Ground Improvement & Soil Stabilization

• Design soil improvement solutions using lime, cement, geotextiles, and other techniques.
• Develop stabilization mix designs and oversee field trials and site implementation.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Geotechnical investigations and data interpretation
• Design and analysis of RE walls using geosynthetics
• Pavement design with geogrid reinforcement
• Ground improvement and soil stabilization techniques
• Proficiency in design software (Geo5, MSEW, REWall, etc.)
• Familiarity with national and international design codes
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple technical deliverables