Senior Dam Design Engineer

Job description / Role

DAM DESIGN ENGINEER

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Dam DESIGN Engineer ( Embankment Dams / Earthfill Dams/ RCC Dams) for a full-time permanent position with a European Engineering Construction Consultancy for their offices in Oman.

We are seeking a candidate with Circa 15 years experience for this senior level role.

JOB DESCRIPTION
• In this position, you will be engaged in the design and analysis of earth-fill/ embankment Dams and their foundations, so very strong Geotechnical experience is required.
• You will use your experience of the relevant international design practices and standards to oversee and provide the Dam Design.
• In addition, You will carry out calculations, coordinate the preparation of drawings and prepare design reports and specifications.
• Independently develop engineering designs for dam projects, in particular, earth-fill dams
• In addition, Prepare detailed calculations, drawings, specifications, procurement documents, proposal evaluations, and technical reports.
• You will also manage junior engineers working in your department and coordinate production with other departments.

Salary:
OMR 1,500 to 2,200 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.
Additional benefits: See additional benefits on the advert

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS- Please only apply if you meet all of the requirements for this position

Please read requirements carefully before applying. We are looking for all of the following, not just one
• A Designer - Someone with Dam Design experience specifically for DAM BODIES. We are NOT seeking Construction Supervision, hydraulics or anything else.
• Highly skilled in Dam Design with a minimum of 15 years of experience in earth-fill or embankment dams and their foundations. Please note we are not seeking anymore than 20 years experience, this is reflected in the salary.
• A background and understanding of Geotechnical principles for Dam bodies.
• In addition, A BSc degree in Civil Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering or a construction design-related degree qualification.
• An MSc in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in essential analyses of dams and foundations e.g., stability, stress, and seepage analyses using modern software and tools are mandatory.
• Experience and knowledge of the Design of foundation treatments such as foundation water tightening and foundation stabilisation. Design of Instrumentation systems for Dams and foundations
• Excellent English language skills.

SALARY & BENEFITS
• This is a full-time permanent position with a well-known engineering consultancy
• A salary including accommodation allowance of 1500-2000 OMR per month. This can be discussed on a case-by-case basis and is negotiable for the right person.
• In addition transport allowance is provided
• Medical insurance cover is provided on top of the basic salary
• Mobilisation flights and visa costs.

About the Company

With 20 years experience of recruiting Construction and Engineering candidates from assistant to board level, anywhere in the world, from Project Management to Cost and Commercial Management and all Engineering functions. We can also assist with Bi-Lingual and Tri Lingual candidates.