Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Remote, Site Investigation & Foundation Design

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement plans

Fully remote role with flexibility

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role with a reputable geotechnical engineering and site investigations firm. You will manage projects, perform advanced ground analyses, and provide expert advice to clients on infrastructure and building projects, leveraging your strong soil and rock mechanics knowledge and excellent remote collaboration skills.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering with 9+ years of consultancy

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in geotechnical field.
• 9+ years of relevant geotechnical consultancy experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee geotechnical investigations: planning, execution, data interpretation.
• Perform detailed geotechnical analyses for foundation design, slope stability, retaining structures, and earthworks.
• Develop geotechnical reports, design recommendations, and specifications.
• Utilize PLAXIS, GeoStudio, Rocscience for advanced analyses.
• Provide expert guidance to project teams and clients.
• Review geotechnical designs and reports prepared by junior engineers.
• Collaborate with clients, PMs, and other disciplines via remote tools.
• Stay current with geotechnical practices, software, and methodologies.
• Assist in proposal development and client liaison.
• Ensure quality and consistency of deliverables across projects.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Remote collaboration

Soil mechanics knowledge

Earthworks design knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Soil Mechanics, or related field

Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration or equivalent

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Rocscience suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable firm renowned for its expertise in geotechnical engineering and site investigations, is actively seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote position. This role is ideal for an experienced professional looking to leverage their skills in analyzing complex ground conditions and designing robust foundation solutions without the need for daily office commutes. You will be responsible for managing projects, conducting advanced geotechnical analyses, and providing expert advice to clients on a wide range of infrastructure and building projects. The successful candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, a comprehensive understanding of soil mechanics and engineering geology, and exceptional remote collaboration capabilities. Join a dynamic, geographically diverse team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge geotechnical engineering services. We value innovation, technical excellence, and a flexible work approach, empowering our remote engineers to excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage geotechnical investigations, including planning, execution, and interpretation of data from site testing and laboratory analysis.
• Perform detailed geotechnical analyses for foundation design, slope stability, retaining structures, and earthworks.
• Develop comprehensive geotechnical reports, design recommendations, and specifications.
• Utilize advanced geotechnical modeling software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, Rocscience suite) for complex analyses.
• Provide expert technical guidance to project teams and clients on geotechnical matters.
• Review and approve geotechnical designs and reports prepared by junior engineers.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, project managers, and other engineering disciplines via virtual communication tools.
• Stay current with advancements in geotechnical engineering practices, software, and methodologies.
• Assist in business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client liaison.
• Ensure quality and consistency of geotechnical deliverables across various projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Soil Mechanics, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration or equivalent is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering consultancy, with a focus on design and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience managing geotechnical projects from inception to completion.
• Expert proficiency in geotechnical software for analysis and modeling.
• In-depth knowledge of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, groundwater hydrology, and foundation engineering principles.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration and client interaction.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans, and significant opportunities for professional development.
• This fully remote role offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to work from any location.
• You will be part of a leading geotechnical firm, contributing to a variety of challenging projects nationwide and internationally.
• We foster a culture of continuous learning and provide resources to support your career growth.