Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Remote work

Professional development

Bonuses

Retirement benefits

Be part of a reputable firm

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 clients a highly respected engineering firm seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer for a fully remote role. Responsibilities include leading design for foundations, slopes, and earthworks, with expertise in soil/rock mechanics and advanced modeling.

You will collaborate across teams and clients to deliver safe, economical geotechnical solutions. The ideal candidate holds a Master's or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, is Pr.

Competenze

• Master's degree or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr. Eng is mandatory.
• A minimum of 10 years of post-graduate experience in geotechnical design, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Expert proficiency in geotechnical modeling software (e.g., PLAXIS 2D/3D, GeoStudio Suite).
• In-depth knowledge of soil and rock mechanics, foundation engineering, and slope stability analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage design tasks independently and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
• Strong understanding of South African geological conditions and construction practices.
• Access to a stable internet connection and a dedicated remote workspace.

Mansioni

• Lead the geotechnical design process for a diverse range of projects, ensuring technical integrity and constructability.
• Perform complex geotechnical analyses using advanced software, including finite element modeling.
• Develop detailed design solutions for foundations (shallow and deep), retaining walls, and soil improvement measures.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical design reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams, clients, and contractors to review designs and address site challenges.
• Provide expert technical input and mentorship to junior geotechnical engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant national and international geotechnical standards and codes.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews of geotechnical designs.
• Stay current with industry advancements in geotechnical engineering and software.

Conoscenze

Remote collaboration

Mentorship

Independent work

Communication skills

Formazione

Master's or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Strumenti

PLAXIS 2D/3D

GeoStudio Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected engineering firm known for its innovative geotechnical solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to join their team. This position is ideally suited for a professional seeking a fully remote role, allowing them to leverage their expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for the detailed design of foundations, retaining structures, slope stabilization, and earthworks for a variety of complex infrastructure and building projects. The role requires a deep understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and advanced numerical modeling techniques. You will work closely with project managers, other engineering disciplines, and clients to deliver safe, economical, and sustainable geotechnical designs. This is a unique opportunity to lead critical design work within a remote-first environment, contributing to significant projects across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the geotechnical design process for a diverse range of projects, ensuring technical integrity and constructability.
• Perform complex geotechnical analyses using advanced software, including finite element modeling.
• Develop detailed design solutions for foundations (shallow and deep), retaining walls, and soil improvement measures.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical design reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams, clients, and contractors to review designs and address site challenges.
• Provide expert technical input and mentorship to junior geotechnical engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant national and international geotechnical standards and codes.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews of geotechnical designs.
• Stay current with industry advancements in geotechnical engineering and software.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr. Eng is mandatory.
• A minimum of 10 years of post-graduate experience in geotechnical design, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Expert proficiency in geotechnical modeling software (e.g., PLAXIS 2D/3D, GeoStudio Suite).
• In-depth knowledge of soil and rock mechanics, foundation engineering, and slope stability analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage design tasks independently and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
• Strong understanding of South African geological conditions and construction practices.
• Access to a stable internet connection and a dedicated remote workspace.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• Flexibility to work from any location.
• Be part of a reputable firm known for its technical excellence.
• Contribute to impactful national projects without the need for relocation.