Geotechnical Engineer - Hybrid Role with Diverse Projects

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary package

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join a leading geotechnical consulting firm on a hybrid basis, blending site investigations, office analysis, and collaborative design work. You will work on foundation design, slope stability, ground improvement, and site characterization for infrastructure projects, with a strong foundation in soil mechanics and data interpretation.

This role offers regional growth within the Eastern Cape and a supportive, technically driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng) with ECSA or eligibility desirable.
• Minimum of 4 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Solid understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics and foundation engineering principles.
• Experience planning and executing site investigations.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software for analysis and design.
• Good report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment and collaborate with teams.
• Willingness to undertake site visits.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical site investigations, including drilling and testing.
• Analyze soil and rock samples and interpret field and laboratory test data.
• Perform geotechnical design calculations for foundations (shallow and deep), retaining walls, and slopes.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical investigation reports and design recommendations.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and other engineering disciplines.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant geotechnical standards and best practices.
• Conduct site monitoring and provide technical support during construction phases.
• Utilize geotechnical software for analysis and modeling (e.g., PLAXIS, GEO5).
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and tender documentation.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Site investigations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Geotechnical/Civil Eng (geotechnical focus)

Tools

PLAXIS

GEO5

Job description

Placements24 in East London is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join a leading geotechnical consulting firm on a hybrid basis, blending site investigations, office analysis, and collaborative design work. You will work on foundation design, slope stability, ground improvement, and site characterization for infrastructure projects, with a strong foundation in soil mechanics and data interpretation.

This role offers regional growth within the Eastern Cape and a supportive, technically driven