Geotechnical Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Cutting-edge software access

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join a fully remote engineering team. You will assess ground conditions and provide foundational engineering solutions for a wide range of construction projects, leveraging advanced analytical tools and collaborating digitally with project teams across locations.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, at least 5 years of hands-on experience, and proficiency with GeoStudio or Plaxis to model soil-structure

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on geotechnical site investigation and analysis.
• Proficiency with GeoStudio, Plaxis or similar software for slope stability and foundation analysis.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics and hydrogeology.
• Excellent technical writing and communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis of soil and rock mechanics for diverse projects.
• Develop geotechnical investigation plans, including site exploration and laboratory testing strategies.
• Interpret and report on subsurface investigation data, providing design recommendations for foundations, slopes, and earthworks.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports suitable for regulatory submission and client review.
• Collaborate remotely with structural engineers, civil engineers, and project managers to integrate geotechnical findings into overall project design.
• Utilize specialized software for numerical modeling and analysis of soil-structure interaction.

Skills

5+ years geotechnical experience

Strong writing and communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This role is crucial for assessing ground conditions and providing foundational engineering solutions for a wide array of construction projects. You will leverage advanced analytical tools and collaborate digitally with project teams across different locations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced geotechnical professional seeking a flexible, remote-first work environment where their expertise directly influences project viability and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis of soil and rock mechanics for diverse projects.
• Develop geotechnical investigation plans, including site exploration and laboratory testing strategies.
• Interpret and report on subsurface investigation data, providing design recommendations for foundations, slopes, and earthworks.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports suitable for regulatory submission and client review.
• Collaborate remotely with structural engineers, civil engineers, and project managers to integrate geotechnical findings into overall project design.
• Utilize specialized software for numerical modeling and analysis of soil-structure interaction.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in geotechnical site investigation and analysis.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Plaxis, or similar for slope stability and foundation analysis.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and hydrogeology.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to critically assess and solve complex geotechnical challenges.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary reflecting expertise and remote work flexibility.
• Fully remote work arrangement, eliminating commute times.
• Access to cutting-edge geotechnical analysis software and resources.
• Professional development opportunities and support for certifications.
• Contribution to significant and challenging civil engineering projects.