Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Leapfrog & Digital Modelling

Douglas People Pty Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Career progression and mentoring

Iconic projects across Australia

Inclusive, diverse teams

Parental leave and wellbeing programs

Cultural holiday swaps

Job summary

WSP Australia is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist with strong Leapfrog capability to lead and deliver geotechnical investigations and design across major infrastructure projects. The role combines hands‑on technical work, project leadership and mentoring within a national digital ground modelling program.

You will develop 3D ground models, deliver robust reports and manage client relationships, while helping grow WSP’s Leapfrog capability and digital workflows

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology and has relevant registration where applicable.
• Around 8+ years of experience delivering geotechnical engineering or engineering geology projects.
• Strong proficiency in Leapfrog and ability to develop geological or geotechnical ground models.
• Experience across investigations, interpretation, analysis and design.
• Strong client‑facing and project management skills.
• Collaborative mentoring approach and a drive to grow capability beyond own projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex geotechnical and engineering geology projects from investigation through to construction support.
• Develop and interpret 3D geological and geotechnical models using Leapfrog.
• Deliver high‑quality technical reports, assessments and design recommendations.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budgets and client relationships.
• Apply advanced analytical and modelling techniques to solve ground engineering problems.
• Mentor engineers and geologists and support team capability growth.
• Contribute to innovation and Leapfrog capability across the team.

Skills

Leapfrog

Geotechnical engineering

Engineering geology

Project management

Leadership

Client facing

Mentoring

Education

Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Job description

WSP Australia is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist with strong Leapfrog capability to lead and deliver geotechnical investigations and design across major infrastructure projects. The role combines hands‑on technical work, project leadership and mentoring within a national digital ground modelling program.

You will develop 3D ground models, deliver robust reports and manage client relationships, while helping grow WSP’s Leapfrog capability and digital workflows