Principal Geotechnical Engineer

CMW Geosciences; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional Day Leave on Birthday

Annual well-being allowance

Paid membership to Engineers New Zealand

Flexible office hours

Social events throughout the year

Job summary

CMW Geosciences is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer in Auckland, New Zealand, requiring over 15 years of relevant experience. This role focuses on analysis, design, and technical advice in geotechnical consultancy and involves mentoring junior engineers.

Alongside competitive compensation, employees enjoy additional leave on birthdays, extensive training opportunities, and flexible office hours. Join a dedicated team at the forefront of geotechnical solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in geotechnical consultancy.
• CPEng or PEngGeol status.
• Preferred experience in New Zealand, specifically Auckland.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis, design, and technical advice for clients.
• Train and upskill junior engineers and geologists.

Skills

Geotechnical consultancy experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Job description

About Us

Since starting in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 20 offices with over 300 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

As part of the Kiwa Group, we’re backed by a global network of 12,000+ staff across 35+ countries.

Our Auckland office is looking to hire a Principal Geotechnical Engineer with 15+ years of experience working in a geotechnical consultancy. Specifically, our team is looking for an engineer who can provide analysis, design, and technical advice for our clients across the residential, industrial, and energy space. You’ll also play a key role in training and upskilling our junior engineers and geologists.

What You’ll Need

• A Civil Engineering Degree
• 15+ years experience in a geotechnical consultancy
• New Zealand and specifically Auckland experience is preferred
• CPEng or PEngGeol status
• 5+ years experience working in New Zealand
• Good interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organisation and communication skills, both verbal and written

What You’ll Get

• Additional Day Leave on Birthday
• Provision of minimum of 50 hours Training / CPD per year and paid membership to Engineers New Zealand
• $500 annual well-being allowance
• Office social events throughout the year
• Yearly Christmas and mid-winter Christmas events
• Flexible office hours
• Ongoing internal project management and technical trainings