Civil - Geotechnical

GeoWorld; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 76,282 - 99,753; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Attractive pension plan

Collective health insurance

Company car

Sectoral bonus

Fixed annual salary review

Job summary

Fugro is seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Belgium. The role involves managing complex geotechnical projects, providing technical expertise, and mentoring junior staff within a collaborative culture. Candidates should possess a Master’s or PhD in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, along with at least 10 years of relevant experience. Fluency in Dutch or French and English is required. Fugro offers career development opportunities, flexible hours, and an attractive salary package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical practices and markets.
• Proven leadership ability and comfort working independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development for land consultancy services.
• Manage complex geotechnical projects from start to finish.
• Mentor junior engineers in their development.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Leadership

Technical expertise

Fluent in Dutch or French and English

Education

Master’s or PhD in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Join Fugro as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Belgium!

Fugro is seeking a highly experienced, autonomous, and motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Land Site Screening & Consulting Team in Belgium. This role combines technical expertise, project management, and mentoring of junior engineers within a dynamic and international environment.

About Fugro

Fugro is the world’s leading independent provider of geo-intelligence and asset integrity solutions for large constructions, infrastructure, and natural resources. With approximately 10,000 employees in around 60 countries, we deliver the technical data and insights required to design, build, and maintain safe and efficient infrastructure.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will:

• Lead Business Development : Contribute actively to the growth of our land consultancy services.
• Manage Projects : Plan, coordinate, and oversee complex geotechnical projects from start to finish.
• Mentor Junior Engineers : Supervise and support junior team members in their technical and professional development.
• Provide Technical Expertise : Deliver advanced geotechnical analysis and interpretation for a wide range of engineering challenges.
• Design Geotechnical Structures : Work on soil improvement, tailing dams, quay walls, retaining walls, and reclamation projects.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines : Advise structural engineers on foundation design, bearing capacity, settlement, and soil pressure.
• Oversee Field Investigations : Supervise geotechnical site investigations and ensure quality control of soil testing.
• Ensure Safety Compliance : Follow all company safety procedures and promote a culture of safety.

Your Profile

We are looking for candidates who combine technical excellence with leadership and autonomy. Ideally, you have:

• Education : Master’s or PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience : At least 10 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering. However, we are open to considering strong profiles with less experience who demonstrate high potential and motivation.
• Technical Knowledge : Solid understanding of geotechnical practices and markets in Belgium.
• Languages : Fluent in Dutch or French and English. Additional languages are a plus.
• Leadership : Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff.
• Autonomy : Comfortable working independently and taking initiative.
• Mobility : Willingness to travel regularly within Belgium and occasionally abroad.

What Fugro Offers

• Career development and training opportunities nationally and internationally
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Attractive pension plan (10% of annual gross salary)
• Collective health insurance
• Company car
• Sectoral bonus
• Fixed annual salary review

Why Join Fugro?

Collaborative Culture : A supportive, team-oriented work environment.

• Diverse Team : Work with colleagues from various backgrounds who share a passion for innovation.
• Work-Life Balance : We focus on results, not hours, and promote family-friendly practices.
• Employee Wellbeing : We value initiatives that support health and wellbeing.

Ready to make an impact in a global company and lead exciting geotechnical projects? We look forward to your application!