Remote Geotechnical Engineer for Mining Projects

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Development budget

Laptop provided

Retirement fund

Medical aid

Virtual team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer for a remote-first role with a global mining and infrastructure consulting leader. You will provide expert geotechnical analysis, design, and advice to support mining operations and related infrastructure across multiple locations, working fully remotely with virtual collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, 10+ years of relevant mining experience, and PE or equivalent

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of geotechnical experience with a focus on mining projects.
• Strong experience with advanced geotechnical modeling and analysis.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a distributed/remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive geotechnical investigations and analyze soil/rock mechanics data.
• Perform stability analyses for open-pit slopes and underground excavations.
• Develop designs and recommendations for foundations, retaining structures, and mining infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Provide expert advisory support via virtual channels to project teams and clients.
• Review site investigation data, boreholes, CPTs, and labs.
• Utilize FLAC/Plaxis for complex analyses and risk mitigation.
• Manage multiple projects with timely high-quality outputs.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Remote project management

Technical reporting

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering

Tools

FLAC

Plaxis

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer for a remote-first role with a global mining and infrastructure consulting leader. You will provide expert geotechnical analysis, design, and advice to support mining operations and related infrastructure across multiple locations, working fully remotely with virtual collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, 10+ years of relevant mining experience, and PE or equivalent