Geotechnical Engineer: Mining & Infrastructure On-site

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for on-site work in Welkom, South Africa. You will lead field investigations, perform laboratory tests, and conduct analyses to support mining and heavy civil projects.

The role emphasizes independent work, collaboration with project teams, and delivering clear design recommendations. The candidate should have a Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical specialization, 6+ years of geotechnical experience, and registration with ECSA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with geotechnical specialization is required.
• Master's degree is advantageous for the role.
• Professional registration as Pr. Eng or Pr. Eng Tech with ECSA is preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant geotechnical experience in mining or heavy civil sectors.
• Strong knowledge of soil and rock mechanics and foundation engineering.
• Proficiency with PLAXIS and GeoStudio suites (SLOPE/W/SEEP/W).
• Experience planning geophysical surveys is a plus.
• Excellent report writing and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with travel willingness.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage geotechnical investigations including site reconnaissance, drilling, and sampling.
• Oversee and interpret soil/rock in-situ and laboratory testing.
• Perform geotechnical analyses for foundations, slopes, excavations, and earth structures.
• Develop detailed geotechnical reports with design recommendations and mitigations.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams, contractors, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical standards and best practices.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders through project lifecycles.
• Conduct site inspections during construction to monitor conditions and verify designs.
• Prepare cost estimates and proposals for geotechnical services.
• Contribute to development of new methodologies and geotechnical solutions.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Rock mechanics

Foundation engineering

Geotechnical analysis

Report writing

Technical communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical specialization)

Master's degree advantageous

Pr Eng / Pr Eng Tech with ECSA

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio (SLOPE/W, SEEP/W)

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for on-site work in Welkom, South Africa. You will lead field investigations, perform laboratory tests, and conduct analyses to support mining and heavy civil projects.

The role emphasizes independent work, collaboration with project teams, and delivering clear design recommendations. The candidate should have a Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical specialization, 6+ years of geotechnical experience, and registration with ECSA is preferred.