Senior Civil Engineer - Geotechnical Remote Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Advanced geotechnical software access

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer with a Geotechnical specialty for a fully remote role serving nationwide projects. You will lead geotechnical analyses, provide design recommendations, and ensure QA from a remote workspace with strong autonomy.

Responsibilities include leading investigations, designing foundations and slope stabilization, reviewing reports, supporting project teams remotely, and managing scope, schedule, and budget while upholding company geotechnical

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical focus.
• Minimum of 8 years in geotechnical engineering practice.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform advanced geotechnical investigations (soil/rock mechanics).
• Develop detailed designs for foundations, retaining structures, slopes, and earthwork.
• Review and approve geotechnical reports and designs by others.
• Provide remote technical guidance to project teams and site engineers.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Remote collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

PLAXIS 2D/3D

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer with a deep specialization in Geotechnical Engineering for a fully remote position serving projects nationwide. You will be the technical lead for geotechnical aspects of diverse civil engineering projects, providing expert analysis, design recommendations, and quality assurance from your remote workspace. This role requires exceptional autonomy, strong communication skills for virtual collaboration, and the ability to manage complex geotechnical challenges independently. It's an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to leverage their expertise in a flexible, remote-first setting, impacting major infrastructure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform advanced geotechnical investigations, including analysis of soil and rock mechanics.
• Develop detailed designs for foundations, retaining structures, slope stabilization, and earthworks.
• Provide expert technical review and approval of geotechnical reports and designs prepared by others.
• Offer remote technical support and guidance to project teams and site engineers across various locations.
• Manage geotechnical aspects of projects, including scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring technical excellence.
• Develop and maintain company standards for geotechnical investigations and design practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering practice.
• Extensive experience with geotechnical design software (e.g., PLAXIS 2D/3D, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W).
• Proven ability to manage complex geotechnical projects and provide strategic technical direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, vital for remote collaboration and client interaction.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with significant performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Access to advanced geotechnical software and continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, impactful national projects.
• A supportive and forward-thinking virtual work environment committed to excellence.