Senior Geotechnical Engineer Remote Lead on Projects

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

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