Remote Senior Geotechnical Civil Engineer (SA)

Placements24

Pietermaritzburg

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Annual leave
Professional development opportunities
Remote work culture
Access to cutting-edge software

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer specialized in Geotechnical Engineering to join our remote-ready team in South Africa. You will lead investigations, design foundations, and provide expert guidance on ground improvement and slope stability for diverse infrastructure projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering (Master’s in Geotech preferred), ECSA registration, and 8+ years of experience, with strong analytical and reporting skills in a remote work setting.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.
  • Master's degree with a geotechnical focus is highly preferred.
  • Professional registration with ECSA or eligibility is essential.
  • Minimum 8 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct geotechnical investigations and site assessments with data interpretation.
  • Develop foundation designs compliant with building codes and standards.
  • Provide guidance on ground improvement, slope stability, and earth retaining structures.
  • Prepare technical reports, specifications, and client proposals.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams via virtual channels.
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster remote teamwork.
  • Stay updated on geotechnical engineering advancements and apply them to projects.
  • Ensure designs meet safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering
Analytical thinking
Remote collaboration
Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS
GeoStudio
SLOPE/W
SEEP/W
CAD software

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer specialized in Geotechnical Engineering to join our remote-ready team in South Africa. You will lead investigations, design foundations, and provide expert guidance on ground improvement and slope stability for diverse infrastructure projects.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering (Master’s in Geotech preferred), ECSA registration, and 8+ years of experience, with strong analytical and reporting skills in a remote work setting.

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