Civil Engineer - Geotechnical Specialization

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance and retirement fund

Competitive project-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer with a geotechnical specialization for a hybrid role in Cape Town. You will assess soil conditions, design foundations, and support project teams with analysis and reports.

Join a multidisciplinary team, balance site visits with office design work, and contribute to infrastructure developments in the Western Cape with flexible in-office and remote arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization.
• At least 5 years of geotechnical investigations and design experience.
• Professional registration as Pr. Eng or P.E. with ECSA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations, soil sampling and in-situ testing to assess ground conditions.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and design of foundations, retaining walls, and earthworks.
• Develop detailed geotechnical reports, recommendations and construction drawings.
• Oversee ground improvement techniques and foundation construction.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Site investigations

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Civil Engineer with a specialization in geotechnical engineering to join their team in Cape Town . This role involves assessing soil conditions, designing foundations, and ensuring the stability of structures for various construction projects. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, balancing site visits with office-based design and analysis. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, supporting a healthy work-life balance while contributing to significant infrastructure developments in the Western Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations, including soil sampling and in-situ testing, to assess ground conditions.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and design of foundations, retaining walls, and earthworks.
• Develop detailed geotechnical reports, recommendations, and construction drawings.
• Oversee and advise on ground improvement techniques and foundation construction.
• Collaborate with structural engineers and construction teams to ensure design integrity.
• Manage project schedules and budgets for geotechnical aspects of projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in geotechnical investigations and design.
• Professional registration as a Pr. Eng or P.E. with ECSA is advantageous.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Plaxis, or similar.
• Experience with construction supervision for geotechnical works .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Access to advanced geotechnical tools and software for professional growth.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging civil engineering projects .