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Head – Geotechnical Engineering

Chennai, TN, in💼 Full-time🗓 2026-05-27 → 2026-07-31

Core

Lead and grow geotechnical engineering capability for infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects, ensuring robust, safe, and cost-effective solutions.

Role type

Senior IC geotechnical engineering manager

Builds

Geotechnical designs, site investigations, foundation engineering, and risk assessments for complex infrastructure and energy projects

Domain

Civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, infrastructure, energy

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Advanced geotechnical analysis and design, Soil-structure interaction expertise, Project and team leadership, Risk management, Proficiency in geotechnical software tools (PLAXIS, GeoStudio, MIDAS)

Preferred skills

Experience with international design standards (Eurocode, BS, ASTM, IS), BIM and digital engineering workflows, Sustainable geotechnical solutions

Technologies

PLAXIS, GeoStudio, MIDAS, BIM

Responsibilities

Lead geotechnical design activities including site investigations, foundation engineering, and slope stability; Oversee geotechnical scope across multidisciplinary projects ensuring schedule and budget delivery; Build and manage a high-performing geotechnical team through mentorship and recruitment; Promote use of advanced analysis tools and digital engineering workflows; Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities

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