Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Remote) – SA Projects

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with a geotechnical specialty for a fully remote role across South Africa. Lead complex investigations, design foundations, and provide expert soil mechanics guidance from a remote-first environment.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage multiple projects, ensure SA standards compliance, and collaborate digitally with project teams and clients. The position offers flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional development, and a competitive

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis.
• Registration with or eligibility for ECSA is preferred.
• 8+ years of geotechnical experience including investigations, analysis, and design.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical site investigations and interpret geological data.
• Design foundations, retaining walls, and other earth structures.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and specifications for geotechnical work.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Site investigations

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with a geotechnical specialty for a fully remote role across South Africa. Lead complex investigations, design foundations, and provide expert soil mechanics guidance from a remote-first environment.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage multiple projects, ensure SA standards compliance, and collaborate digitally with project teams and clients. The position offers flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional development, and a competitive