Geophysical and Geotechnical Data Analysis Intern

Bouygues; Sydney; On-site; AUD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Equans Solar & Storage in Sydney is offering a paid Geophysical and Geotechnical Data Analysis Intern role for 6 months full-time. You will develop and validate data analytics and ML models to identify ground conditions affecting piling on solar and storage projects, with datasets from boreholes, geophysical surveys, and records.

The intern will adapt existing models to Australian conditions, collaborate with engineering and construction teams, and prepare technical reports for internal

Qualifications

• Undergrad in data science/AI/CS seeking hands-on experience in geotechnical investigations.
• Proficiency in Python and common data science libraries required.
• Experience or coursework in geotechnical engineering, geophysics, or civil engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine and validate data analytics and ML models for ground conditions related to piling in solar/storage projects.
• Consolidate large datasets from boreholes, testing pits, geophysical surveys and piling records.
• Build predictive models and visualization tools to improve ground risk assessment and project planning.
• Adapt existing models to Australian ground conditions and project requirements.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Geophysics basics

Geotechnical engineering

Education

Undergraduate in Data Science/AI/CS

Job description

Geophysical and Geotechnical Data Analysis Intern

Equans Solar and Storage, a subsidiary of Equans, part of the Bouygues Group, is looking

for its future: Intern, Data Analysis applied to geophysical and geotechnical investigations

Based in Sydney with occasional travel on site

Paid Internship – 6 months FT

Company Overview

Leveraging decades of experience, Equans Solar & Storage is the one-stop partner for scaled, integrated and performant solutions on solar & storage energy projects.

Our mission : serving energy transition and low carbon world by empowering the deployment and integration of solar and storage solutions.

We provide solar PV & hybrid plants, energy storage, innovation and solar PV B2B customers.

Operating in 15 countries, with more than 1,500 experts dedicated to solar PV and high voltage, Equans Solar & Storage has installed over 6GW solar energy capacity worldwide, 550 MWh BESS and is operating and maintaining approximately 2GW of solar PV plants.

Our Australian team consists of approximately 50 highly skilled engineers, and it is expanding rapidly due to the growth of large-scale hybrid projects.

Program Overview

Equans Solar & Storage will imminently launch its Lightspeed Solar Portfolio (LSP) program, a

utility-scale testbed environment to trial and deploy innovation projects that help to lower the cost of constructing and operating large-scale solar and storage projects. LSP will be part of ARENA’s Advancing Renewables Program, contributing to ARENA’s goals to reduce LCOE of renewables technologies in Australia.

The team you’ll be joining

Our Australian team consists of approximately 50 highly skilled engineers, and it is expanding rapidly due to the growth of large-scale hybrid projects.

You will be a part of our growing Innovations team tasked with the implementation of our LSP program, specifically in the Digital and Construction workstreams.

What you’ll be leading

You’ll report to the Innovation leader, our key person in Australia managing the LSP program, and will be working closely with our Civil team based in Sydney.

Your role and responsibilities

• Primary role: Develop, refine and validate data analytics and machine learning models to identify ground conditions associated with piling refusal on Equans current and future solar and storage projects.
• Consolidate and manage large datasets from intrusive investigations (e.g. boreholes, test pits), non-intrusive investigations (e.g. geophysical surveys), and piling installation records.
• Build predictive models and data visualization tools to improve ground risk assessment, project budgeting and construction planning.
• Continue and enhance an existing preliminary model previously developed by Equans in France, adapting it to Australian ground conditions and project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction and innovation teams to translate technical findings into practical recommendations for project development and delivery.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and documentation to communicate methodologies, assumptions and key findings to internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with consultants, performing technical analysis of consultants proposals, attend site visits/occasional travels to site.

The profile we’re looking for

• Undergraduate in Data Science/AI/Computer Science or similar;
• Has preferably undertaken modules or has experience with geotechnical engineering, geophysics, and/or civil engineering;
• Proficient in Python and common data science libraries
• Proactive, innovative, independent and curious

Our recruitment process

1. An initial conversation with the recruiter/Local HR
2. One or two interviews with the hiring manager or relevant team lead
3. A final conversation may be held with an additional senior team member.

We’ll keep you informed every step of the way – our process is guided by transparency and care.

Our Commitment

At Equans, we believe in the value of diverse talent. This role is open to all candidates, including individuals with disabilities.

We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and safety – key pillars of who we are as a company.