Remote Senior Geotechnical Engineer for Infrastructure

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Fully remote position

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role focusing on civil infrastructure projects. The position supports Queenstown-area engagements with potential site visits; the successful candidate will plan, supervise site investigations, and develop robust foundation and ground-improvement designs.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of geotechnical experience, Pro.Eng./ECSA registration, and strong analytical skills to work autonomously in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
• Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA is required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant geotechnical experience with infrastructure focus.
• Experience designing foundations for bridges and large structures.
• Proficiency in GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or equivalent is essential.
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics in civil engineering.
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work remotely and coordinate with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the geotechnical investigation and analysis for infrastructure projects.
• Design foundations, retaining walls, and earthworks, ensuring stability and performance.
• Develop and implement ground improvement strategies where necessary.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical investigation reports, design recommendations, and risk assessments.
• Oversee and interpret data from site investigations, including soil sampling and in-situ testing.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and project teams to provide technical guidance and resolve geotechnical issues.
• Ensure all designs and recommendations comply with relevant engineering standards and codes.
• Manage geotechnical project components, including scope, budget, and schedule.
• Mentor junior geotechnical engineers and support their professional development.
• Stay abreast of advancements in geotechnical engineering techniques and technologies.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

PLAXIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role focusing on civil infrastructure projects. The position supports Queenstown-area engagements with potential site visits; the successful candidate will plan, supervise site investigations, and develop robust foundation and ground-improvement designs.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of geotechnical experience, Pro.Eng./ECSA registration, and strong analytical skills to work autonomously in a remote environment.