Geotechnical Engineer

Aurecon Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Hybrid work

Career progression support

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join the Ground & Underground team in Sydney. You'll work collaboratively with a skilled group to deliver technically complex projects, from feasibility through construction, while expanding our Ground Engineering capabilities in NSW.

You will contribute to multisector transport, water, dams and buildings, manage small to medium investigations, apply PLAXIS, GeoStudio and Rocscience, and help develop client relationships and the team’s eminence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ geotechnical engineering experience.
• Readiness to apply for CPEng with Engineers Australia.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality designs and reports.
• Willingness to engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset and a passion to work collaboratively.
• Desirable eligibility for AGSVA security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of multidisciplinary projects through geotechnical design at feasibility, concept, detailed design and construction stages.
• Assume responsibility for management and delivery of small to medium scale geotechnical investigations.
• Apply intermediate analysis using tools like PLAXIS, GeoStudio, Rocscience.
• Provide input to client proposals and tenders.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships and assist business development.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering experience

Client engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaborative mindset

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Rocscience

Job description

An exciting mid level role within our Sydney Ground Engineering team. Focus on shaping the future direction of Sydney. Rewarding career path in a culture of innovation, diversity & eminence.

Design What’s Beneath. Shape What’s Next.

What if the work you did every day helped shape cities, communities and the future of infrastructure?

At Aurecon, that’s exactly what we do. We don’t just solve geotechnical challenges — we rethink them. From complex underground works to major infrastructure, we bring ideas to life in ways that are smarter, more sustainable and future-focused.

Now, we’re looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Ground & Underground team — someone who’s ready to work collaboratively with the team, push technical boundaries and bring ideas to life.

In this position you will join the Ground and Underground Engineering Practice in our Transport Service Group, where you will play an integral part in a team of highly skilled specialists that ‘Bring Ideas to Life’ for our clients. With a focus on growing our Ground Engineering capabilities in NSW we are actively recruiting a senior technical person who is passionate about working collaboratively and on building eminence. You’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of technically complex, high-impact projects while growing your capability to the full potential.

What will you do?

In This Role, You Will

• Support the delivery of multidisciplinary projects through the provision of geotechnical design at feasibility, concept, detailed design and construction phase services stages. You will have the opportunity to contribute to large transport infrastructure projects, water infrastructure, dams, energy distribution and building projects.
• Assume responsibility for the management and delivery of small to medium scale geotechnical investigations.
• Apply intermediate analysis using tools like PLAXIS, GeoStudio, Rocscience and more
• Provide input to client proposals and tenders
• Leverage off your passion and experience to support the ongoing development of the Ground Engineering team to achieve growth and diversity objectives.
• Be encouraged to support the development and maintenance of positive client relationships and ongoing business development through promoting capability and coordinating with other key stakeholders.
• Actively support the culture of health and safety in the workplace, with clients across the industry.
• Maintain knowledge of Geotechnical and Ground Engineering industry developments, participate in industry events and expand your professional network.
• Your strengths in written and verbal communication will support inter-disciplinary relationships and client relationships and in solving complex problems.

We know today’s complex challenges can only be solved through bringing together diverse teams of people from across our business, so there will be opportunities for you to apply your skills and creativity to projects in other geographies and markets.

What can you bring to the team?

You’re technically strong, commercially aware and passionate about continuous learning.

We’re Looking For

• 6+ years’ geotechnical engineering experience
• Readiness to apply for CPEng with Engineers Australia
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality designs and reports
• Willingness to engage with clients and stakeholders
• A collaborative mindset and a passion to work collaboratively
• Involvement in industry bodies such as AGS (desirable)
• While not mandatory, it is desirable that you are eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance.

Where required for the role, Aurecon will support successful applicants through the relevant clearance process. For more information on eligibility requirements, please visit the AGSVA website: https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability

Why Aurecon?

Because here, your career is as important as the projects you work on.

We’re proud to be recognised as a leader in innovation and sustainability — but what really sets us apart is how we invest in our people.

At Aurecon, You’ll Get

• Flexible work that fits your life (hybrid, part-time, job share options)
• Real career progression supported by mentoring and our Careers Hub
• Opportunities to work on iconic, meaningful projects across Australia and globally
• Inclusive, diverse teams where your voice is genuinely valued
• Competitive parental leave, wellbeing programs and cultural holiday swaps

Who We Are

Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company — but more importantly, we’re a community of problem solvers, innovators and creators.

From Allianz Stadium in Sydney to transformative infrastructure across Australia, New Zealand and Asia, our work leaves a lasting legacy.

Ready to make your mark?

If you’re driven by curiosity, motivated by impact and ready to help shape the future — we’d love to hear from you.

At Aurecon, it’s not just about what you’ve done. It’s about what you’ll bring, who you are, and the ideas you’re ready to create.