Company Description

Assystem provides engineering, project management and digital services to optimise the performance and safety of critical infrastructure throughout its lifecycle.

The company first came to India having acquired Stup Consultants Pvt Ltd in 2021 and L&TIEL in 2024. The company combines its globally recognised expertise in complex project management, with deep-rooted local experience cross full spectrum of infrastructure – from energy, transportation and urban development to water. Today, Assystem has a strong community of 1,500+ multidiscipline engineering experts connected across 8 offices in India.

The Assystem Group is one of the world's leading independent nuclear engineering companies, ranked among the top three globally, with 60 years of experience in complex and highly regulated environments. With 8,000 experts across 13 countries, Assystem supports the development of low-carbon energy.

Job Description

Reporting To : COO

The Head – Geotechnical Engineering will lead and grow the geotechnical engineering capability within the organization. The role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, team development, and business growth across infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects.

This position will ensure robust, safe, and cost-effective geotechnical solutions, aligned with international standards and best practices, while supporting multidisciplinary project execution.

Technical Leadership
Lead geotechnical design activities including:

Site investigations and geotechnical interpretation
Foundation engineering (shallow & deep foundations)
Slope stability and retaining structures
Ground improvement techniques
Underground structures (tunnels, shafts)

Provide expert guidance on complex soil-structure interaction problems
Ensure compliance with international standards (Eurocode, BS, ASTM, IS codes, etc.)
Establish and maintain design standards, methodologies, and QA/QC processes
Project Delivery
Oversee geotechnical scope across multidisciplinary engineering projects
Ensure delivery within schedule, budget, and quality requirements
Lead technical reviews, design validations, and risk assessments
Coordinate with civil, structural, and construction teams
Support site teams during construction for geotechnical issues
Team Leadership & Development
Build and manage a high-performing geotechnical team
Mentor engineers and develop technical capabilities
Drive recruitment, training, and succession planning
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Innovation & Digital Engineering
Promote use of advanced geotechnical analysis tools (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, MIDAS)
Encourage adoption of BIM and digital engineering workflows
Drive innovation in sustainable geotechnical solutions and risk optimization
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
Identify and mitigate technical and project risks
Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and audit compliance
Support internal quality and governance frameworks

Qualifications

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline from a recognised institution

Experience

15–20+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering consultancy
Proven experience in delivering complex infrastructure or energy projects
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale projects
Exposure to international design standards and global projects preferred

Key Skills

Advanced geotechnical analysis and design
Soil-structure interaction expertise
Project and team leadership
Client engagement and commercial awareness
Risk management and problem-solving
Proficiency in geotechnical software tools

Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Head Geotechnical Engineering