Geotechnical and Foundation Expert

The Geotechnical & Foundation Expert is a senior-level technical professional responsible for the independent verification, validation, and optimization of all geotechnical and geological components within a major railway infrastructure project. The role involves a critical assessment of soil investigations, subgrade characterization, and the structural design of foundations for various project elements, including bridges, culverts, and embankments. A primary objective of this position is to ensure that all ground-related designs are technically sound, safe, and cost-effective through the application of Value Engineering (VE) principles.

Location : Asia
Field : Geotechnical Engineering
Experience Level : 15+
Type of Contract : Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Geotechnical Investigation Review: Assess all geotechnical and geological data collected during APD and Preliminary Design stages including borehole logs, SPT, CPT, trial pits, laboratory testing, subgrade bearing capacity tests, and soil/rock analyses 

• DED Geotechnical Data Assessment: Assess all additional data carried out by DED-Consultant as part of their scope 

• Foundation Design Verification: Verify data adequately supports foundation design, subgrade characterization, slope stability, and structural safety for bridges, culverts, embankments, and other key structures 

• Borehole and Testing Compliance: Verify compliance with specified borehole spacing and depth as per DED Spec. Evaluate appropriateness and results of in-situ field tests. Scrutinize laboratory testing procedures and results for soil classification, strength, compaction, and chemical properties 

• Ground Improvement Review: Review ground improvement methods (stabilization, blanketing, geogrids, drainage layers). Recommend optimized or alternative solutions where performance or cost efficiency can be improved 

• Slope Stability Analysis: Check stability calculations, soil parameters, boundary conditions, and seismic assumptions. Confirm required safety factors are achieved for all slope conditions. Propose reinforcement/stabilization measures where necessary 

• Foundation Type Selection: Validate soil investigations, geotechnical parameters, and foundation recommendations. Review foundation type selection (shallow, piles, caissons, rafts). Confirm adequacy under design loads and ground conditions 

• Settlement and Liquefaction Assessment: Assess potential settlement, liquefaction, and stability risks. Verify bearing capacities and settlement assessments 

• Gap Identification and Supplementary Work: Where additional geotechnical investigations are required for design optimization or rationalized solutions, identify and justify. If gaps/deficiencies identified, prepare detailed justification report and formally notify Client 

• Value Engineering: Propose and evaluate alternative foundation types (shallow foundations vs. deep piles, ground improvement techniques like vibro-compaction). Conduct cost-benefit analysis of geotechnical solutions 

• Embankment and Subgrade Works: Validate final formation levels against geotechnical constraints. Review embankment design, subgrade preparation, and soil stabilization measures 

• Documentation: Provide updated geotechnical and geological data including logs, laboratory test results, and analytical reports for any supplementary investigations performed

Qualifications

BSc in Civil Engineering or a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering. 

Key Technical Competencies Required: 

• Soil Mechanics: Deep understanding of soil behavior, classification, and engineering properties 

• Foundation Engineering: Expertise in shallow and deep foundation design for railway and highway structures 

• Ground Investigation: Knowledge of field testing methods (SPT, CPT), sampling techniques, and laboratory testing 

• Slope Stability: Proficiency in slope stability analysis and stabilization methods 

• Ground Improvement: Understanding of various ground improvement techniques (stone columns, vibro-compaction, soil mixing, geosynthetics) 

• Seismic Geotechnics: Knowledge of seismic design considerations and liquefaction assessment 

• Railway Geotechnics: Specific experience with railway formation design and track subgrade requirements 

• Highway Geotechnics: Specific experience with highways earthstructures design and subgrade requirements 

• Geotechnical Software: Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software and modeling tools 

• International Standards: Knowledge of geotechnical design codes and highway as well as railway-specific standards

Additional Informations

Work Arrangement: 

• On-site presence for critical foundation review and field verification 

• Coordinate with Bridge & Structures Engineer and Alignment Expert 

• Participate in site visits to verify ground conditions 

What we offer:  

• Ability to apply your skills to challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects, while working alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people  

• An exciting work environment in a constantly evolving industry 

• The opportunity to receive excellent mentorship from industry experts 

• Challenging career with countless opportunities 

• Stability and consistency – you are joining the Morpheous team and family to grow your career in a way that suites you best 

• Expected growth at MORPHEOUS: 

o You will be able learn about the different sectors, processes, people and culture that drives our business 

o You will learn from others and develop relationships with your managers, colleagues, etc. 

o Growth in our communities locally, but also thinking globally 

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran or any other protected status.

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