Remote Geotechnical Engineer: Foundations & Soil Analysis

Placements24

South Africa

Remote

ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid
Life cover
Retirement savings plan
Professional development
Flexible working hours
Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join their fully remote engineering department. You will assess ground conditions, provide expert recommendations for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, and collaborate with project managers and clients across locations.

The role emphasizes soil and foundation analysis, reports, and ensuring compliance with SANS. Independent work in a remote setup with opportunities for professional development and travel for site

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required with geotechnical specialization.
  • 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
  • Experience planning and managing subsurface investigations.
  • Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (Plaxis, GeoStudio) and CAD.
  • Familiarity with South African building codes and geotechnical standards.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct desktop studies and interpret geotechnical data.
  • Plan and oversee subsurface investigations, coordinating with remote teams.
  • Analyze soil and rock properties to inform foundation design parameters.
  • Prepare geotechnical reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Develop site investigation proposals and cost estimates.
  • Discuss findings with clients and regulatory bodies.
  • Provide guidance on slope stability and settlement analysis.
  • Ensure designs comply with SANS and other codes.
  • Collaborate with structural and civil engineers to integrate recommendations.

Skills

Independent work
Remote work
Report writing
Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical specialization)
Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

Plaxis
GeoStudio Suite
CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join their fully remote engineering department. You will assess ground conditions, provide expert recommendations for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, and collaborate with project managers and clients across locations.

The role emphasizes soil and foundation analysis, reports, and ensuring compliance with SANS. Independent work in a remote setup with opportunities for professional development and travel for site

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