Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Foundations & Groundwork

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience
Hybrid work schedule
Medical aid and life insurance
Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our client in Centurion. You will analyze soil conditions, design foundations, and prepare detailed reports, collaborating with structural teams and project managers to ensure safe, compliant earthworks.

The role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, opportunities for professional development, and access to advanced geotechnical tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical specialization.
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant geotechnical experience.
  • Proficiency in Plaxis and GeoStudio software.
  • Experience with soil testing interpretation and field investigations.
  • Strong knowledge of soil and rock mechanics.
  • Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct site investigations including soil drilling, sampling, and in-situ tests.
  • Perform geotechnical analyses for foundation design and slope stability.
  • Prepare detailed geotechnical reports with recommendations.
  • Develop designs for raft foundations, piles, and anchors.
  • Collaborate with structural engineers and project managers to integrate findings.
  • Ensure compliance with geotechnical standards and building codes.

Skills

Soil mechanics
Geotechnical software
Field investigations
Laboratory data interpretation
Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical specialization

Tools

Plaxis
GeoStudio

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our client in Centurion. You will analyze soil conditions, design foundations, and prepare detailed reports, collaborating with structural teams and project managers to ensure safe, compliant earthworks.

The role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, opportunities for professional development, and access to advanced geotechnical tools.

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