Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Lombardi Engineering Group; Giubiasco; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lombardi Engineering Group in Switzerland seeks a Project Engineer to design, plan and supervise geotechnical solutions for complex infrastructure projects, including soil and rock investigations and data interpretation. You will coordinate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to deliver robust designs.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in geotechnical design, strong leadership, and hands‑on experience with Rocscience and PLAXIS/FLAC, plus fluent English and Italian language skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical specialization.
• 15+ years in geotechnical design for large-scale projects.
• Experience leading engineering teams and preparing technical proposals.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and supervise geotechnical solutions for complex infrastructure projects.
• Plan and supervise geotechnical investigations and interpret tests and data.
• Prepare technical reports and ensure schedules and quality standards.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Italian knowledge

Education

Geotechnical specialization in Civil Engineering

Tools

Rocscience

PLAXIS/FLAC

Job description

As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, execution, and delivery of challenging infrastructure projects. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have strong technical expertise, we'd love to hear from you learn more.

Job Description

• Design, plan and supervise geotechnical engineering solutions in soil and rock for complex projects.
• Plan and supervise geotechnical investigation campaigns, interpreting tests, monitoring and technical data for decision-making. Evaluate geotechnical risks and review studies and designs.
• Prepare technical reports, define deliverables and ensure compliance with schedules and quality standards.
• Carry out technical site visits, collaborate with customers, suppliers and internal teams, and propose innovative and efficient solutions for each challenge.
• Organisational and technical leadership, coaching and supervision of project teams in the delivery of special packages for complex projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering and specialization in geotechnics.
• Minimum experience of 15 years in geotechnical design, preferably in engineering, consulting, linked to large-scale projects. Experience in the preparation of technical-economic proposals. Experience in technical leadership of engineering teams advantageous.
• Solid knowledge in design and geotechnical and structural analysis applied to tunnels, slopes, foundations, containment structures, dams and underground works. Analytical, organized and results-oriented profile, with good communication skills and ability to manage relationships with customers and suppliers, as well as to work in a team and solve problems.
• Management of technical software such as Rocscience and PLAXIS/FLAC.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Italian.