Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Field Investigations

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional growth opportunities

Industry conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a reputable firm in Gauteng for site investigations, soil/rock analysis, and foundation design across buildings, bridges and walls. You will contribute to urban development and infrastructure.

The role requires a BEng in Civil Engineering with geotechnical specialization, Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration ideally, 6+ years of geotechnical experience, and proficiency in Plaxis or GeoStudio. On-site work and client collaboration are core.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical specialization.
• Master’s degree is advantageous for progression.
• Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and manage geotechnical site investigations (boreholes, pits, in-situ tests).
• Analyze soil and rock samples for properties and behavior.
• Perform slope stability, bearing capacity, and settlement analyses.
• Design foundations for buildings, bridges, and walls.
• Prepare geotechnical investigation reports with recommendations.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors and project managers.
• Ensure compliance with geotechnical standards and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance during construction for ground conditions.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Soil mechanics

Report writing

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Master’s degree advantageous

Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a reputable firm in Gauteng for site investigations, soil/rock analysis, and foundation design across buildings, bridges and walls. You will contribute to urban development and infrastructure.

The role requires a BEng in Civil Engineering with geotechnical specialization, Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration ideally, 6+ years of geotechnical experience, and proficiency in Plaxis or GeoStudio. On-site work and client collaboration are core.