Geotechnical Engineer - Offshore Foundations

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 111,000 - 185,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive daily rate

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Geotechnical Engineer with offshore foundations expertise. You will assess seabed conditions, design robust offshore foundations, and conduct site investigations and lab testing analyses.

The role blends remote flexibility with on-site collaboration, based in Queenstown, NZ, with travel as needed. The ideal candidate has a Master's in Geotechnical/Civil Eng and 5+ years offshore experience, with PLAXIS/GRLWEAP/Geo5 proficiency and strong report-writing skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of offshore geotechnical experience.
• Experience planning and executing offshore site investigations.
• Proficiency in geotechnical design software (PLAXIS, GRLWEAP, Geo5).
• Knowledge of offshore codes and standards (DNV, API, Eurocode).

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage offshore geotechnical site investigations (CPT, SPT, sampling).
• Analyze soil behavior and perform offshore foundation calculations.
• Develop geotechnical design reports and foundation recommendations.
• Assess seabed conditions for offshore structures' stability and performance.
• Interpret lab results and correlate with in-situ data.
• Liaise with clients, PMs, and other engineering disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with offshore industry standards and best practices.
• Provide input during fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Contribute to tender preparation and proposals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical/Civil Eng

Tools

PLAXIS

GRLWEAP

Geo5

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized consultancy firm within the Oil & Gas and renewable energy sectors, is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer with expertise in offshore foundations. This role is critical for assessing seabed conditions and designing robust foundation solutions for offshore structures such as platforms, wind turbines, and pipelines. The successful candidate will undertake site investigations, laboratory testing analysis, and develop geotechnical designs. This hybrid position offers a blend of remote flexibility and on-site collaboration, based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . We are looking for an engineer with a strong theoretical background and practical experience in the unique challenges of offshore geotechnical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage offshore geotechnical site investigations, including CPT, SPT, and sampling.
• Analyze soil behavior and perform advanced geotechnical calculations for offshore foundations (e.g., monopiles, jackets, gravity bases).
• Develop detailed geotechnical design reports and foundation recommendations.
• Assess seabed conditions and their impact on the stability and performance of offshore structures.
• Interpret laboratory test results and perform correlations with in-situ data.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and other engineering disciplines (e.g., structural, marine).
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards, and best practices for offshore developments.
• Provide technical input during the fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Contribute to tender preparation and proposal development.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, with a significant focus on offshore foundations.
• Proven experience with offshore site investigation planning and execution.
• Proficiency in geotechnical design software (e.g., PLAXIS, GRLWEAP, Geo5).
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation engineering principles, and marine soil behavior.
• Knowledge of codes and standards relevant to offshore geotechnical design (e.g., DNV, API, Eurocode).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits or client meetings as required for this hybrid role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .

Benefits

• This contractor role offers a competitive daily rate and a hybrid work arrangement, providing flexibility.
• Our client provides opportunities to work on diverse and challenging offshore projects, enhancing professional expertise.
• Employees benefit from a collaborative project environment and access to relevant software and resources.
• The company values continuous learning and professional development.
• This position, based out of Queenstown, Eastern Cape , combines remote work efficiency with essential in-person team interaction.