Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Lead Foundations & Tunnels

COWI; Kraków; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

COWI is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead analysis and design for foundations, tunnels, and underground structures across major infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to balance budget, quality, and timelines while mentoring junior staff.

You will leverage Plaxis, GeoStudio, and Rocscience; apply Python/ Rhino/ Grasshopper for automation; and contribute to advancing geotechnical practice within a global engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in consulting.
• Proven design expertise for foundations, tunnels, underground structures.
• Experience with TBM and NATM tunnels.
• Proficient in geotechnical software: Plaxis, GeoStudio, Rocscience.
• Proficient in parametric/compute design tools: Python, Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo.
• Strong understanding of soil/rock mechanics and foundation engineering.
• Excellent communication and leadership; manage multidisciplinary teams.
• English proficiency (B2/C1); willingness for short international trips.
• Licensure or certification in geotechnical engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design and analysis for foundations, retaining structures, slopes, and tunnels.
• Design geotechnical structures for various stages of infrastructure projects.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating inputs across geotechnical and structural disciplines.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
• Plan and interpret geotechnical site investigations, including laboratory testing and ground characterization.
• Prepare technical documentation such as designs, drawings, construction sequencing, and reports.
• Guide digital and data-driven project delivery, integrating modern geotechnical software and parametric tools.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-organization

Communication

English proficiency (B2/C1)

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization

Tools

Plaxis 2D/3D

GeoStudio

Rocscience

Python

Rhino

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Job description

COWI is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead analysis and design for foundations, tunnels, and underground structures across major infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to balance budget, quality, and timelines while mentoring junior staff.

You will leverage Plaxis, GeoStudio, and Rocscience; apply Python/ Rhino/ Grasshopper for automation; and contribute to advancing geotechnical practice within a global engineering environment.