Geotechnical Engineer

1w1 week ago

Dornier Group

Bad Vilbel, DE · Full-time · €70,000 – €95,000

About this role

The Dornier Group stands for innovative projects and exciting challenges as a competent partner for complex consulting and engineering services in Power and Heat, Renewables, Mobility and Hydro. Lahmeyer International GmbH specializes in planning and consulting for energy, hydropower and irrigation systems, supporting projects from development through operation with global expertise. Join as a Geotechnical Engineer in Bad Vilbel, Germany or at project offices worldwide.

You will perform geotechnical analyses and design for dams, embankments, tunnels, and underground caverns. Plan and supervise investigation campaigns to define soil and rock parameters for stability, deformation, seepage, and seismic analyses. Develop designs for excavation support, slope stabilization, and foundation works while providing construction supervision.

Work within a multidisciplinary team that combines comprehensive expertise with local practice for efficient solutions in complex water resource projects. Gain exposure to international assignments and site supervision for demanding infrastructure. Collaborate on feasibility, tender, and detailed design stages for dams and underground works.

Produce geotechnical sections, analytical models, and 3D models to aid design and construction decisions. Prepare design reports, risk assessments, and construction documentation. Benefit from a supportive environment focused on reliability, open communication, trust, health, and professional development.

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering) or related discipline (M.Sc./Dipl.-Ing.; PhD/Dr.-Ing. is an advantage)
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in geotechnical analysis, design, and construction supervision of dams, tunnels, and underground caverns
Knowledge of 2D and 3D analysis software
Strong expertise in soil and rock mechanics, foundation engineering, excavation stability, and underground support design
Demonstrated experience with numerical and analytical geotechnical modeling, including stability, deformation, and seepage analyses
Experience with 3D geotechnical and underground modeling software
Fluency in spoken and written English; international project exposure is a plus
Willingness to undertake international assignments and extended site supervision missions

Responsibilities

Perform geotechnical analyses and design for dams, embankments, tunnels, and underground caverns
Plan, supervise, and interpret geotechnical investigation campaigns, defining soil and rock parameters for stability, deformation, seepage, and seismic analyses
Develop and review geotechnical designs for excavation support systems, slope stabilization, underground openings, and foundation treatment works
Provide geotechnical supervision during construction, including monitoring of excavation, ground behavior, support installation, and grouting works
Prepare and review geotechnical design reports, calculation notes, risk assessments, and construction-stage documentation
Produce geotechnical sections, analytical models, and 3D models to support design development and construction decision-making
Support feasibility, tender, and detailed design stages, as well as site supervision for complex dam and underground works

Benefits

30 days of holiday – Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve are also days off
Subsidy for ‘eurekantine’ – so you can get through the working day feeling fresh and well-fed
JobRad leasing – get to your destination on your dream bike
Employee and refer-a-friend bonus – we share our success with you
Support for personal and professional development
Company-wide summer party & local Christmas parties
Commitment to values – reliability, open communication, trust, health