**Requisition/Vacancy No.** 143161BR
**Position Title** Senior Geotechnical Engineer & Material Expert , Highways
**Job Category** Engineering - Geotechnical
**Business Line** Transportation
**Country** India
**State/Province/Region** IN - Uttar Pradesh
**City** Patna
**Why Choose AECOM?** AECOM is a premier, fully integrated professional and technical services firm positioned to design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets around the world for public- and private-sector clients. With nearly 100,000 employees — including architects, engineers, designers, planners, scientists and management and construction services professionals — serving clients in over 150 countries around the world, AECOM is ranked as the #1 engineering design firm by revenue in _Engineering News-Record_ magazine’s annual industry rankings, and has been recognized by _Fortune_ magazine as a World’s Most Admired Company. The firm is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, oil and gas, water, high-rise buildings and government. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering customized and creative solutions that meet the needs of clients’ projects. A _Fortune 500_ firm, AECOM companies, including URS Corporation and Hunt Construction Group, have annual revenue of approximately $19 billion. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at ;www.aecom.com.
**About the Business Line**
**Transportation**
We provide professional services in areas such as aviation, transit, freight rail, highways and bridges, planning, and ports and marine. Our global network of top-tier specialists delivers comprehensive services over the full life cycle of a project to benefit clients in government and private industries.
**Job Summary**
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for Highways to join our project team in Patna, Bihar location. In this role you will be responsible for the following:
Develop a Geotechnical Practice area focused on providing services on AECOM transportation-related projects. Provide senior technical level engineering analysis and review of work performed by junior staff. Develop external clients for geotechnical focused projects. Develop and mentor junior and entry level engineers. Direct and execute geotechnical project assignments including engineering analysis, report preparation and review, field exploration and laboratory services. Pursue business development opportunities throughout the region and the technical practice groups. Actively participate in professional and technical organizations.
Develop appropriate scope of work, manage and perform field work for geotechnical explorations in support of work for public and private clients. Analyze data collected for geotechnical and studies including research, review of test results, technical analysis, modeling, and development of design recommendations. Manage technical support staff, subcontractors and subconsultants. Monitor and maintain a working knowledge of recent developments in geotechnical engineering technology, techniques, and procedures. Maintain key client relationships for projects in multiple offices. Communicate effectively with team members and clients both in oral and written techniques. Demonstrate organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and specific timelines. Work both in the office and in field on projects as needed to include a wide variety of construction sites.
**Minimum Requirements**
+ ME Geotechnical Engineering & BE / BTech Civil
+ Must have overall 20 years experience in Highways and must have worked with World Bank funded projects.
+ Experience in the analysis, design and construction of transportation facilities including earthen fills, deep foundations, earth retention systems and pavement design.
+ Experience with the Unified Soil Classification System, WisDOT Facilities Development Manual, Bureau of Structures LRFD Bridge Manual, Standard Specifications for Highway and Structure Construction, AASHTO and AREMA design manuals and specifically LRFD analysis and design, as well as other generally accepted geotechnical manuals and standard practice.
+ Previous experience in client facing roles with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
+ Experience in geotechnical report preparation and development of appropriate geotechnical recommendations.
+ Proficient in project management with proven ability to meet business goals.
+ Strong background in soil mechanics with extensive knowledge of geotechnical analysis and laboratory testing of soil.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint as well as other geotechnical engineering software.
+ Service external clients as well as internal clients with other divisions working on multi-discipline engineering projects.
+ Ability to develop new business.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ M Tech Civil
**What We Offer**
AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.