Geotechnical Engineer - Remote Role

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Professional development

Continuing education

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Geotechnical Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. You will evaluate subsurface conditions and provide foundational recommendations for a wide range of construction projects.

Based in South Africa, you will work independently with colleagues nationwide, delivering geotechnical reports, design parameters, and risk mitigation strategies while supporting infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's geotechnical preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Proficient in GeoStudio and Plaxis; strong site investigation skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively and work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations including soil borings and laboratory testing.
• Provide recommendations for foundation design, slope stability, and earth retention systems.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports with site characterization and design parameters.
• Collaborate with project teams to address geotechnical challenges and ensure project feasibility.
• Utilize geotechnical software for modeling and analysis of soil-structure interactions.
• Oversee and interpret data from remote site investigations and field monitoring programs.

Skills

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Soil mechanics

Rock mechanics

Engineering geology

Technical report writing

Remote project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree with geotechnical focus

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified and dedicated Geotechnical Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This position will focus on evaluating subsurface conditions and providing foundational recommendations for a wide range of construction projects. As a remote employee, you will have the autonomy to manage your workload and collaborate with colleagues across the country. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the stability and safety of foundations, earthworks, and infrastructure, working on projects that span residential, commercial, and industrial developments, contributing to critical project planning and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and interpret geotechnical investigations, including soil borings and laboratory testing analysis.
• Provide recommendations for foundation design, slope stability, and earth retention systems.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports, including site characterization and design parameters.
• Collaborate with project teams to address geotechnical challenges and ensure project feasibility.
• Utilize specialized geotechnical software for modeling and analysis of soil-structure interactions.
• Oversee and interpret data from remote site investigations and field monitoring programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field; Master's degree with a geotechnical focus is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software (e.g., GeoStudio, Plaxis) and site investigation techniques.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and engineering geology.
• Experience in report writing and communicating complex technical information effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing for work-life balance.
• Contribution to challenging and significant infrastructure projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.