Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Hybrid & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Geotechnical Engineering to join our client in Stellenbosch. The role combines site work with office-based analysis, focusing on subsurface conditions, foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering, 8+ years of geotechnical experience, PrEng registration with ECSA, and proficiency with PLAXIS and GeoStudio.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical specialization.
• Minimum 8 years in geotechnical engineering practice.
• PrEng registration with ECSA is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical investigations including site reconnaissance, drilling, and sampling.
• Analyze soil and rock data to assess ground conditions and bearing capacity.
• Design foundations (shallow and deep), earth retaining structures, and slope stabilization measures.
• Prepare detailed geotechnical reports with design and construction recommendations.
• Provide technical support during construction and ensure compliance with standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Soil mechanics

Project leadership

Report writing

Communication

Education

Master's in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Geotechnical Engineering to join our client in Stellenbosch. The role combines site work with office-based analysis, focusing on subsurface conditions, foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering, 8+ years of geotechnical experience, PrEng registration with ECSA, and proficiency with PLAXIS and GeoStudio.