Geotechnical Engineer

Aurecon; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Perth to contribute to projects across infrastructure, mining and energy. You will deliver investigations, analyses and design solutions, and work with multidisciplinary teams to achieve practical outcomes.

You will prepare geotechnical reports, support tenders and construction, and rotate on-site as required, with a focus on safety and collaboration within a client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–10 years relevant industry experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience delivering geotechnical investigations, analysis and design in consulting, contractor or mining environments.
• Strong technical reporting, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to project outcomes.
• Willingness to undertake site-based work and travel, with rotations up to two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical investigations, assessments and design solutions for infrastructure, mining and energy projects.
• Apply geotechnical engineering principles from concept through detailed design to construction.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, design memorandums, drawings and provide input into tenders, design reviews and construction support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical and innovative engineering solutions.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to high-quality project outcomes.
• Contribute to a safe working environment and health, safety, environment and quality standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Technical reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Site-based travel

Education

Geotechnical/Civil Eng degree

Job description

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

As a Geotechnical Engineer in our Ground and Underground Engineering team based in Perth, you'll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineers solutions with people and outcomes in mind.

• Deliver geotechnical investigations, assessments and design solutions across a diverse range of infrastructure, mining and energy projects.
• Apply geotechnical engineering principles to support projects from concept through to detailed design and construction.
• Prepare geotechnical interpretive reports, design memorandums, drawings and provide technical input into tenders, design reviews and construction support.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical and innovative engineering solutions.
• Build strong relationships with clients and contribute to the delivery of high-quality project outcomes.
• Contribute to a safe working environment and our health, safety, environment and quality standards.

What you'll bring

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or other related discipline.
• 3 to 10 years relevant industry experience.
• Experience delivering geotechnical investigations, analysis and design within a consulting, contractor or mining environment.
• Strong technical reporting, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to successful project outcomes.
• A willingness to undertake site-based work and travel as required, with site rotations potentially up to two weeks at a time.

How we support your growth

Engineering possibilities for your career means having room to shape what comes next. You bring your ambition and commitment to lifelong learning, and we provide the foundation and development to help you turn your aspirations into achievement.

The Aurecon Way guides how we think, act and work together, what we value and how we invest in our people. You’ll be part of a culture built on clear expectations, optimism and determination, where you can feel safe, included and empowered to speak openly, think boldly and deliver brilliantly.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready to engineer possibilities?

We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for flexible working arrangements.

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re interested in your thinking and experience, so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.