Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Additional Leave

Learning and Talent Development

Mentoring

Friendly team

Professional Memberships

Salary Continuance Insurance

Mental Health Programs

Service Recognition Awards

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead investigations, analyses and design across residential, transport and infrastructure projects in Australia. The role offers a Sydney base with options to base in Wollongong, Newcastle or Canberra, and flexible work arrangements including work-from-home and added leave.

You’ll mentor junior engineers, manage project scopes, and contribute to proposals while delivering high-quality geotechnical solutions and client service across diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with geotechnical electives or major.
• Approximately 5 years’ experience in a consulting environment or recognised Senior Engineer level.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software such as OpenGround, GeoStudio, PLAXIS, Rocscience, CIRCLY and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication, project management and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate geotechnical investigations, field programs, site testing and data acquisition.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, specifications and design documentation.
• Deliver geotechnical assessments and design solutions for foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, pipelines and slopes.
• Provide technical review and QA to ensure deliverables meet standards.
• Lead and contribute to proposals and business development initiatives.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules and resources for successful outcomes.
• Build and maintain client relationships and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Client relationships

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenGround

GeoStudio

PLAXIS

Rocscience

CIRCLY

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - ( 260000JT )

Description

Our Geotechnical team partners with clients across a diverse range of sectors including local government, residential development, rail, education, commercial, industrial, and major infrastructure projects. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, we are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team.

In this role, you'll provide technical leadership and geotechnical expertise across a variety of residential, transport, and infrastructure projects. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from geotechnical investigations and site characterisation through to detailed design and construction support.

The role is based in our Sydney (St Leonard’s) office, with the option to also be based in Wollongong, Newcastle or Canberra. We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and additional Purchased Leave. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

Day-to-day tasks would involve:

• Lead and coordinate geotechnical investigations, field programs, site testing, and data acquisition activities.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, specifications, and design documentation.
• Deliver geotechnical assessments and design solutions for various works such as foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, pipelines, and slope stability projects.
• Provide technical review and quality assurance to ensure deliverables meet industry and client standards.
• Lead and contribute to preparation of proposals.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to proposals, business development initiatives, and project pursuits.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers within the team.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with completion of geotechnical electives and/or major as part of your university studies.
• Approximately 5 years' experience within a consulting environment, or recognition as a Senior Engineer in your current role.
• Proficiency with geotechnical and engineering software such as OpenGround, GeoStudio, PLAXIS, Rocscience, CIRCLY, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication, project management, and client relationship skills.

What we offer

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering with completion of geotechnical electives and/or major as part of your university studies.

Primary Location : Australia-New South Wales-St. Leonards

Other Locations : Australia-New South Wales-Newcastle, Australia-Australian Capital Territory-Canberra, Australia-New South Wales-Wollongong

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Aug 10, 2026, 5:12:53 PM

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans