Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Major projects exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Geotechnical Engineer to contribute to infrastructure and development projects. Based in Welkom with remote work options, you will lead investigations of subsurface conditions and provide recommendations for foundations, earthworks, and slope stability.

You will analyze soil and rock mechanics data, use PLAXIS or GeoStudio, interpret CPT/SPT data and lab results, and prepare comprehensive reports with design implications.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization.
• At least 6 years of geotechnical investigations and design experience.
• Proficiency in PLAXIS and GeoStudio.
• Strong knowledge of soil, rock mechanics and hydrogeology.
• Experience interpreting CPT, SPT and lab test data.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical investigations, including soil and rock sampling.
• Analyze geotechnical data using software and lab results.
• Prepare geotechnical reports with design recommendations for foundations, retaining walls and earth structures.
• Assess seismic hazards and provide seismic design recommendations.
• Liaise with clients and project teams to communicate findings.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical codes and industry standards.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Soil mechanics

CPT/SPT data interpretation

Report writing

Client communication

Education

BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Geotechnical Engineer to contribute to significant infrastructure and development projects. This role, based in Welkom but offering a remote work arrangement, involves the investigation of subsurface conditions and the provision of engineering recommendations for foundations, earthworks, and slope stability. You will analyze soil and rock mechanics data to ensure the safety and stability of structures. This position is ideal for an engineer passionate about ground engineering challenges and who thrives in an independent, remote setting. Your insights into soil behavior will be critical for the success of our client's projects across various challenging terrains.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical investigations, including soil and rock sampling.
• Analyze geotechnical data using specialized software and laboratory test results.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports with design recommendations for foundations, retaining walls, and earth structures.
• Assess seismic hazards and provide recommendations for seismic design.
• Liaise with clients and project teams to communicate geotechnical findings and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant geotechnical codes and industry standards.

Requirements

• BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in geotechnical investigations and design.
• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio).
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and hydrogeology.
• Experience in interpreting CPT, SPT, and laboratory testing data.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for remote work flexibility.
• Professional development and support for advanced training.
• Contribution to major development projects in the region and beyond.