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The Opportunity

A Geo-Seismic Engineer integrates geotechnical engineering with earthquake engineering to assess, design, and mitigate seismic risks for infrastructure projects. The role involves analysing soil–structure interaction under seismic loading, evaluating ground hazards, and recommending seismic-resilient foundation and ground-improvement strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Seismic Hazard & Ground Response

PSHA/DSHA assessments

Site-specific response spectra (IS 1893, ASCE 7, etc.)

1D/2D ground response analyses (SHAKE, DEEPSOIL, PLAXIS, FLAC)

B. Geotechnical Seismic Analysis

Liquefaction, cyclic softening, settlement, lateral spreading

Seismic slope stability (pseudo-static/dynamic)

Bearing capacity & foundation response

Soil–structure interaction (SSI) for infrastructure

C. Design & Recommendations

Seismic design criteria for foundations, retaining structures, tunnels, dams, critical facilities

Ground improvement (stone columns, PVDs, compaction, grouting)

Microzonation inputs, mitigation plans, geotechnical design reports

D. Data & Reporting

Interpretation of geotechnical/geophysical data (MASW, CSW, SPT, CPT, Vs)

Technical reports, design notes, client presentations

E. Project Coordination

Collaboration with structural/geotechnical/geophysical teams

Client meetings, design reviews, site visits

Compliance with IS codes, Eurocode 8, FEMA, and global standards

 

Is this role right for you?

We'd love to hear from you if you have -

B.Tech/BE in Civil Engineering (M.Tech/MS in Geotechnical/Earthquake Engineering preferred)

2–10+ years’ experience with strong knowledge of soil dynamics, earthquake engineering, and foundation design

Proficiency in seismic analysis tools (PLAXIS, FLAC, SHAKE2000/DEEPSOIL, OpenSees, GeoStudio, SLOPE/W, QUAD4M)

Familiarity with seismic geophysics (Vs30, attenuation, site classification) and interpretation of CPT, SCPT, MASW, downhole/crosshole data

Strong analytical/problem-solving skills, technical writing, coordination ability, and strict code compliance

 

Experience in applications

Infrastructure consulting (metro, ports, bridges, highways)Oil & gas, offshore & onshore geotechnicsPower plants, industrial plantsDam engineering and hydropower

Disaster management and seismic micro zonation projects

 

 

Key Deliverables

 

Seismic hazard reports, Ground response analyses, Liquefaction and cyclic strength reports, Seismic design parameters for foundations

 

Reward and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector. Core benefits include Provident Fund contribution, NPS option, Mediclaim cover (incl. family), Term Life and Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Prog. scheme for the family to safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing. In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.

 

Different people, shared values.

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

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At Arup, we appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and having the freedom to flex the way we work is essential to our wellbeing. If flexibility matters to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role.

 

What happens next?

If this could be the next step in your journey, please apply online. All applications will be considered, and we will try our very best to respond to you within 72 hours of receiving your application.

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