Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer Parsons Corporation Dubai, UAE

Parsons

Job Title
Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer Parsons Corporation Dubai, UAE
Job Description
Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer Parsons Corporation Dubai, UAE

Position Overview
Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer role in Dubai with Parsons Corporation, focused on delivering advanced ground engineering and geotechnical design solutions for major infrastructure and development projects across Dubai, the UAE, and the wider Gulf region. This senior-level position involves technical leadership, client and authority coordination, and oversight of complex geotechnical designs for transportation, tunneling, bridges, roads, airports, and large-scale infrastructure developments.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Geo-technical
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver multiple geotechnical design projects in parallel in coordination with the Technical Director and Regional Geotechnical leadership
Act as the primary technical interface with clients, approving authorities, and key stakeholders to secure design approvals
Provide technical supervision and leadership for complex geotechnical engineering works, including soil-structure interaction analysis
Develop project-specific geotechnical design criteria, parameters, and design philosophies
Undertake advanced geotechnical analyses using finite element and numerical modelling tools such as PLAXIS and GeoStudio
Review, independently check, and sign off geotechnical design deliverables
Ensure compliance with international and local standards including Eurocode 7, BS, AASHTO, FHWA, and UAE authority requirements
Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, design memoranda, and risk assessments suitable for procurement and construction
Define scopes and specifications for ground investigations and support commercial and technical evaluations
Review supplier submissions, reports, and bids and provide technical recommendations
Support construction teams with technical clarifications, site support, and resolution of unforeseen ground conditions
Supervise, mentor, and develop geotechnical engineers and technical staff, including performance reviews and development planning
Support recruitment, staffing, and technical resourcing activities within the geotechnical team

Ideal Profile
Chartered Engineer, Professional Engineer, or equivalent professional registration
Bachelor s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with extensive experience on large-scale infrastructure projects
Strong client-facing experience with approving authorities and stakeholders in the UAE

Skills Set
Minimum 12 years of experience in geotechnical engineering with at least 8 years in design roles
Minimum 2 years of professional experience working on projects in the UAE
Advanced expertise in geotechnical analysis and modelling software such as PLAXIS 2D/3D, GeoStudio, and related tools
Strong knowledge of ground investigation planning, execution, and interpretation
Excellent technical leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken
Master s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering is an advantage

Why Join Us
Senior technical leadership role on landmark infrastructure and development projects in Dubai
Opportunity to influence geotechnical design standards and authority approvals across the region
Long-term career growth with a globally recognized engineering and project management consultancy