Senior Remote Geotechnical Site Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and pension fund

Professional development

Remote collaboration culture

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Site Engineer to deliver geotechnical expertise for projects across South Africa from a remote location. You will analyze borehole, CPT, and lab data, advise on foundation designs, and produce reports with remote guidance and occasional travel to sites.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc in Civil Engineering (Geotech), Pr.Eng eligibility, and 7+ years' geotechnical experience, with proficiency in Plaxis, GeoStudio and Slope/W, plus strong communication for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA or eligibility for registration.
• Minimum of 7 years' geotechnical experience including site investigation and design.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and engineering geology.
• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (Plaxis, GeoStudio, Slope/W).
• Excellent report writing and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse geotechnical investigation data to assess soil and rock conditions.
• Provide technical recommendations for foundation design.
• Develop and review geotechnical reports and design documents.
• Offer remote technical support and guidance to site teams.
• Review construction submittals and method statements related to earthworks and foundations.
• Liaise with clients, geologists, and engineers for integrated project delivery.
• Occasionally visit sites for inspections or problem-solving, with travel arrangements provided.
• Stay updated on geotechnical developments and SA standards.
• Assist in proposals and tender responses for geotechnical services.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Foundation design

Report writing

Autonomous work

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

BSc Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Slope/W

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Site Engineer to deliver geotechnical expertise for projects across South Africa from a remote location. You will analyze borehole, CPT, and lab data, advise on foundation designs, and produce reports with remote guidance and occasional travel to sites.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc in Civil Engineering (Geotech), Pr.Eng eligibility, and 7+ years' geotechnical experience, with proficiency in Plaxis, GeoStudio and Slope/W, plus strong communication for