Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Mentorship and training

Wide range of projects

Excellent work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will assist in geotechnical investigations, analyze soil/rock data, and contribute to design of stable foundations and excavations.

Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to learn in a remote-first engineering environment. Join a growing team with mentorship from experienced geotechnical engineers and exposure to mining and construction projects, while enjoying excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical focus.
• Solid understanding of soil and rock mechanics and foundation principles.
• Familiarity with GeoStudio, Plaxis or similar geotechnical software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute geotechnical investigations including drilling and in-situ testing.
• Analyze soil and rock data and develop soil profiles.
• Perform slope stability, foundation, and settlement analyses using specialized software.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings and specifications.
• Support construction monitoring and field verification of designs.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet geotechnical requirements.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Rock mechanics

Foundation engineering

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering - Geotechnical

Tools

GeoStudio

Plaxis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join their innovative team. This fully remote role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad experience in geotechnical analysis and design within the mining and construction sectors. You will support senior engineers by performing site investigations, analyzing soil and rock mechanics data, and contributing to the design of stable structures and excavations. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to learn, apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems, and contribute to a high-performing, remote-first engineering environment. This position is designed for growth and exposure to diverse projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of geotechnical investigations, including drilling programs and in-situ testing.
• Analyze soil and rock samples, interpret laboratory testing results, and develop soil profiles.
• Perform slope stability analyses, foundation designs, and settlement calculations using specialized software.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Provide support for construction monitoring and field verification of designs.
• Collaborate with project teams, architects, and construction professionals to ensure geotechnical requirements are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundation engineering principles.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software such as GeoStudio, Plaxis, or similar.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive attitude and a desire to learn and grow within a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote position, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced geotechnical engineers.
• Exposure to a wide range of challenging and impactful projects.
• Opportunity to build a strong foundation in a specialized engineering field.