Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Remote Leadership & Projects

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a fully remote workforce, delivering expert analysis and design recommendations for infrastructure projects across South Africa. You will lead geotechnical investigations and collaborate with a distributed team of engineers and geologists to provide high-quality solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of professional geotechnical experience, a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering, and Pr. Eng registration is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional geotechnical experience.
• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration is advantageous.
• Extensive experience with geotechnical analysis software (PLAXIS, FLAC, Geo5).

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and interpretation of geotechnical site investigation data (borehole logs, lab tests).
• Provide expert advice on foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement.
• Develop detailed geotechnical design reports and specifications for complex infrastructure.
• Oversee and review work from junior geotechnical engineers and technicians remotely.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international standards; collaborate virtually with PMs and clients.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

FLAC

Geo5

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a fully remote workforce, delivering expert analysis and design recommendations for infrastructure projects across South Africa. You will lead geotechnical investigations and collaborate with a distributed team of engineers and geologists to provide high-quality solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of professional geotechnical experience, a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering, and Pr. Eng registration is advantageous.