Associate Geotechnical Engineer

FSG Geotechnics; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive environment

Career growth

Diverse projects

Job summary

FSG Geotechnics Brisbane is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to lead complex design challenges while staying hands-on with high-level engineering.

You will apply advanced soil-structure interaction concepts, mentor junior engineers, and deliver rigorous, practical geotechnical solutions for infrastructure, resources and development projects across urban and remote environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; post-graduate qualifications are an advantage.
• CPEng and RPEQ registrations are required, or eligible for registration if international.
• Proven track record solving complex geotechnical problems and familiarity with standards and methods.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.
• Ability to manage projects and interact with clients.
• A full driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design including soil/structure interaction, ground improvement, piles, retaining structures, and earthworks.
• Use and oversee Plaxis, L-pile and Slope/W to deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Mentor engineers and ensure rigorous peer reviews to uphold quality.
• Act as a technical advisor to tier-1 contractors, structural consultancies, and asset owners.
• Oversee project delivery from inception to closeout, managing risk, timelines and budgets.

Skills

CPEng and RPEQ registrations

Engineering problem-solving

Communication skills

Team leadership

Project management

Client interaction

Driver's licence

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Post-graduate qualifications

Tools

Plaxis

L-pile

Slope/W

Job description

FSG is an employee-owned geotechnical consulting firm with over 120 staff across Australia. We have a reputation for delivering high quality outcomes for clients on complex projects. We work across diverse markets including infrastructure, resources, energy, land development and disaster recovery, working in urban, rural, and offshore environments.Established in 2010, we operate nationally and internationally from our offices in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia. We have completed over 5,000 projects nationally, offering practical solutions backed by extensive experience and technical expertise. Our clients are Tier 1 contractors, developers, government agencies, miners, energy providers and consulting partners.Our key point of difference is our people. FSG seek to employand develop leaderswithin their chosen area of geotechnical practice, to provide our staff and clients with the highest level of technical expertise.

About the Role

FSG is looking for an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Brisbane team. We are looking for an engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and wants to remain hands-on with high-level engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Advanced soil/structure interaction, modelling of soft soils and ground improvement, piled foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and slopes for temporary and permanent works.
• Numerical Analysis: Utilize and oversee advanced geotechnical software (e.g., Plaxis, L-pile, Slope/W) to deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Mentorship & Quality: Drive technical excellence across the team by mentoring intermediate and junior engineers, ensuring rigorous peer reviews, and maintaining our reputation for quality.
• Client Advisory: Act as a trusted technical advisor to tier-1 contractors, structural consultancies, and asset owners on high-stakes infrastructure, mining, and commercial projects.
• Project Direction: Oversee project delivery from inception to closeout, managing technical risk, timelines, and budgets efficiently.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with post-graduate qualifications an advantage.
• CPEng and RPEQ registrations are required, or eligible for registration if international.
• A proven track record of solving complex geotechnical problems and familiarity with standards and methods applicable to geotechnical design.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills including the ability to clearly articulate geotechnical advice in both reports and drawings.
• Team oriented and ability to interact successfully with people in a range of industry positions and roles.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior staff.
• Ability to manage projects and interact with clients.
• A full driver's licence.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Pay:We offer industry-leading remuneration packages.
• Supportive Environment:Enjoy a culture of mentoring and team support.
• Career Growth:Training and development led by senior personnel.
• Diverse Projects:Work on a variety of challenging and fulfilling projects with high quality clients.

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment. We strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees.