Offshore Geotechnical Engineer: Wind Farm Foundations

Van Oord; Gorinchem; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance (€0.31 per km)

Home office allowance (€2.45 per day)

32 leave days per year

Variable bonus

Collective health insurance (optional)

Flexible working from home policy

Job summary

Van Oord in Gorinchem is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to deliver offshore wind foundations and related geotechnical analyses from tender to execution. You will translate soil conditions into practical designs, support installation strategies and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams worldwide.

Your role blends technical depth with project delivery, offering opportunities to work offshore on vessels and to contribute to innovative foundation engineering while developing your own expertise.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's in Geo-Engineering or Offshore Engineering required.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical, creative and results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical analyses and practical advice for offshore wind foundation installation.
• Support tender and project teams with design and risk assessments.
• Ensure safe and cost-effective foundation solutions meeting project requirements.
• Interpret soil data to deliver clear engineering recommendations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Plaxis

GRLWEAP

Python

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Project organization

Education

Geo-Engineering or Offshore Engineering degree

Tools

Plaxis

GRLWEAP

Python

Job description

Van Oord in Gorinchem is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to deliver offshore wind foundations and related geotechnical analyses from tender to execution. You will translate soil conditions into practical designs, support installation strategies and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams worldwide.

Your role blends technical depth with project delivery, offering opportunities to work offshore on vessels and to contribute to innovative foundation engineering while developing your own expertise.