Assystem

Head – Geotechnical Engineering

Chennai, TN, India · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerAssystem
LocationChennai, TN, India
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted4 months ago

Reporting To : COO

The Head – Geotechnical Engineering will lead and grow the geotechnical engineering capability within the organization. The role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, team development, and business growth across infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects.

This position will ensure robust, safe, and cost-effective geotechnical solutions, aligned with international standards and best practices, while supporting multidisciplinary project execution.

1. Technical Leadership

Lead geotechnical design activities including:

Site investigations and geotechnical interpretation
Foundation engineering (shallow & deep foundations)
Slope stability and retaining structures
Ground improvement techniques
Underground structures (tunnels, shafts)

Provide expert guidance on complex soil-structure interaction problems
Ensure compliance with international standards (Eurocode, BS, ASTM, IS codes, etc.)
Establish and maintain design standards, methodologies, and QA/QC processes

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2. Project Delivery

Oversee geotechnical scope across multidisciplinary engineering projects
Ensure delivery within schedule, budget, and quality requirements
Lead technical reviews, design validations, and risk assessments
Coordinate with civil, structural, and construction teams
Support site teams during construction for geotechnical issues

3. Team Leadership & Development

Build and manage a high-performing geotechnical team
Mentor engineers and develop technical capabilities
Drive recruitment, training, and succession planning
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement

4. Innovation & Digital Engineering

Promote use of advanced geotechnical analysis tools (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, MIDAS)
Encourage adoption of BIM and digital engineering workflows
Drive innovation in sustainable geotechnical solutions and risk optimization

5. Governance, Risk & Compliance

Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
Identify and mitigate technical and project risks
Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and audit compliance
Support internal quality and governance frameworks

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline from a recognised institution

Experience

15–20+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering consultancy
Proven experience in delivering complex infrastructure or energy projects
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale projects
Exposure to international design standards and global projects preferred

Key Skills

Advanced geotechnical analysis and design
Soil-structure interaction expertise
Project and team leadership
Client engagement and commercial awareness
Risk management and problem-solving
Proficiency in geotechnical software tools

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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