Geotechnical Engineer

5 days ago


South Brisbane, Australia Ausenco Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our team at Ausenco. As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and analysis of geotechnical works, soil structures, and civil structures. Your expertise will be essential in providing support in the design of geotechnical works, soil structures, and civil structures, among others, related to foundation design, pile design and/or tailing storage facilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Participate in topographical, geotechnical, hydrogeological, hydrological, and seismic hazard and site response analyses.
  • Provide support in the design of geotechnical works, soil structures, and civil structures, among others, related to foundation design, pile design and/or tailing storage facilities.
  • Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to evaluate tailings management designs.
  • Prepare factual and design reports.
  • Attend and chair client meetings.
  • Spearhead the preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and project timelines, driving the planning, field support, and successful completion of geotechnical site investigations.
  • Responsibility for crafting technical studies and engineering reports and deliver recommendations on various mine waste aspects within projects based on in-depth studies and project-specific work.
  • Collaborate effectively with engineering colleagues on multi-disciplinary consulting projects.
  • Facilitate the exchange of technical knowledge across geographical boundaries to inspire innovative solutions for project challenges.
  • Travel to client sites within North America, and potentially globally.
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Geotechnical Engineer who possesses a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or closely related discipline. Your expertise in AutoCAD and Autodesk CIVIL 3D for geotechnical/mining projects is essential. Proficiency in Geostudio, Rocsience, Bentley tools (Plaxis), to perform stability analyses, seepage, deformation, dynamic analysis, geothermal and others is an asset.

  • Experience in seismic hazard and site response analyses.
  • Experience generating civil-mining drawings, earthworks, and Material Take-off sheets (MTOs)
  • Demonstrated experience with proposal preparation, project delivery, and client development.
  • Experience preparing factual and design reports, including technical specifications.
  • Experience designing and implementing geotechnical field investigations.
  • Ability to communicate professionally in English. Spanish skills are an advantage.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects and meet established deadlines.
  • Strong people skills and a desire and ability to work in a team environment and independently.
Why Ausenco?

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that allows you to grow and develop your skills. Our team is passionate about delivering innovative solutions for our clients, and we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace. As a Geotechnical Engineer at Ausenco, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from design and analysis to project delivery and client development. We are committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Our company values diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. We are proud to be a global company with a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.


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