Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work autonomy

Bonus potential

Professional development

Leadership opportunities

Advanced geotech software access

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a fully remote expert team. Lead investigations, analyses, and design for complex infrastructure projects using PLAXIS, GeoStudio and FLAC. Provide high-level technical input, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients from a remote location.

Required: Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and Pr Eng registration; strong report writing and communications skills; opportunity for leadership and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Pr Eng registration is essential.
• Proficient in PLAXIS, GeoStudio, FLAC or similar software.
• Strong report writing and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and interpretation of geotechnical investigations.
• Perform advanced analyses including slope stability, seismic analysis, settlement.
• Develop geotechnical design reports, specs, and construction recommendations.
• Mentor junior engineers within the remote team.
• Act as technical contact for clients, project teams, and regulators remotely.
• Review and approve geotechnical designs in line with codes.

Skills

Mentorship

Client communication

Remote work

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

FLAC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their fully remote, expert team. This role is critical for providing advanced geotechnical analysis and design services for complex infrastructure and building projects across various regions. You will leverage your extensive expertise to tackle challenging subsurface conditions, ensuring the stability and safety of foundations and earth structures. This is a premier opportunity for a seasoned professional to operate autonomously, contributing high-level technical insights from a remote location, while mentoring junior staff and engaging with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and interpretation of geotechnical investigations and site characterization studies.
• Perform advanced geotechnical analyses, including slope stability, seismic analysis, and foundation settlement calculations.
• Develop detailed geotechnical design reports, specifications, and construction recommendations for diverse projects.
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior geotechnical engineers within the remote team.
• Act as a key technical point of contact for clients, project teams, and regulatory bodies, maintaining strong communication remotely.
• Review and approve geotechnical designs, ensuring compliance with codes and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Expertise in geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, GeoStudio, FLAC, or similar advanced tools.
• In-depth knowledge of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, foundation engineering, and seismic design.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and report writing skills suitable for remote communication.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote position with significant autonomy and flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead challenging and high-profile geotechnical projects.
• Continuous professional development and opportunities for leadership.
• Access to state-of-the-art geotechnical software and computational resources.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote work environment.