Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Remote Project Consultation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development budget

International project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead remote-scale projects for infrastructure and development worldwide. The role emphasizes high-level geotechnical consultation, complex data interpretation, and clear client communication across time zones.

You will work independently from a remote setting, applying advanced software (Plaxis, GeoStudio) and strong knowledge of soil and rock mechanics to deliver robust design recommendations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of extensive geotechnical investigation, analysis and design.
• Proficiency in Plaxis and GeoStudio; strong data interpretation.
• Solid understanding of soil and rock mechanics; remote work capable.
• Clear, actionable recommendations and strong report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert geotechnical advice and analysis for diverse projects.
• Interpret boreholes, CPTs and geophysical data to assess conditions.
• Develop geotechnical design reports, risk assessments and mitigations.
• Advise on foundations, slope stabilization and earth retention systems.
• Collaborate remotely with managers, engineers and clients across time zones.
• Stay updated on geotechnical methods and contribute knowledge sharing.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Site investigation interpretation

Remote collaboration

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their global team, operating entirely remotely. This role focuses on providing high-level geotechnical consultation and analysis for a wide range of infrastructure and development projects worldwide. You will be responsible for interpreting complex subsurface conditions, advising on foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement strategies from your remote workspace. This position is perfect for an experienced professional who thrives in an independent setting, possesses excellent analytical capabilities, and can effectively communicate technical recommendations to clients and project teams across different time zones, offering expert guidance for projects potentially impacting areas like Benoni.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert geotechnical advice and analysis for diverse projects, including major infrastructure, energy, and building developments.
• Interpret site investigation data, including boreholes, CPTs, and geophysical surveys, to assess ground conditions.
• Develop detailed geotechnical design reports, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Advise on foundation types, slope stabilization measures, and earth retention systems.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure the geotechnical aspects of projects are sound.
• Stay abreast of advancements in geotechnical engineering technology and methodologies, and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
• Over 8 years of extensive experience in geotechnical investigation, analysis, and design.
• Proficiency in advanced geotechnical software (e.g., Plaxis, GeoStudio) and data interpretation tools.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and geological processes.
• Proven ability to manage complex geotechnical challenges and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with demonstrated success in a fully remote professional capacity, contributing expertise to projects anywhere from Benoni to international locations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically demanding international projects.