Remote Civil Design Engineer - Geotechnical Focus

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Remote pension fund

Online training & certifications

Technology home-office stipend

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Civil Design Engineer specialized in geotechnical engineering to design foundations, slope stability and earth retention for diverse projects worldwide. You will work with a distributed team, delivering innovative solutions from a home office in South Africa.

The role requires a Masters in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical), strong software skills (Plaxis, GeoStudio), and a track record of remote collaboration and high-quality reporting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical specialization.
• Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical investigations and analyses for various projects.
• Design foundations, retaining walls, slope stabilization and other geotechnical structures.
• Develop detailed geotechnical reports with site characterization and design recommendations.
• Utilize geotechnical software for modeling and simulation.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers and engineers to integrate geotechnical designs.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Plaxis

GeoStudio (Slope/W, Seep/W)

Soil mechanics

Numerical modeling

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dedicated and skilled Remote Civil Design Engineer with a specialization in geotechnical engineering to join their fully remote workforce. This position is integral to our client's expanding operations, contributing to the design and analysis of foundations, slope stability, earth retention systems, and other geotechnical aspects for a wide array of national and international projects. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions, working collaboratively with a geographically dispersed team. This role requires a high degree of self-discipline, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a remote work environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of complex engineering endeavors, all from the convenience of your home office, ideally located anywhere within South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical investigations and analyses for various engineering projects.
• Design foundations, retaining walls, slope stabilization measures, and other geotechnical structures.
• Develop detailed geotechnical reports, including site characterization, analysis results, and design recommendations.
• Utilize specialized geotechnical software for modeling and simulation.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, structural engineers, and other team members to integrate geotechnical designs into overall project plans.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and best practices, including SANS and Eurocode standards where applicable.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, addressing any geotechnical issues that may arise.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in geotechnical engineering and software.
• Communicate effectively through various digital platforms to ensure project alignment and timely delivery.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) registration with ECSA is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering design and analysis.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as Plaxis, GeoStudio suite (Slope/W, Seep/W, etc.), or similar.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundation engineering principles.
• Experience with numerical modeling and analysis techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup to ensure productivity.
• Demonstrated experience working on diverse infrastructure and building projects.

Benefits

• As a fully remote position, this role offers unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and access to a remote pension fund.
• We support professional growth through online training, certifications, and virtual conferences.
• You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects globally without the need for relocation.
• Our client also offers a technology stipend to support your home office setup and encourages a culture of continuous learning and innovation within our distributed team.
• Enjoy the freedom to work from your chosen location while contributing to impactful engineering solutions.