Senior Geotechnical Engineer

4 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Knight Piesold Pty Ltd Full time

About Us

Knight Piésold is a specialised international consulting firm offering engineering and environmental services in Mining, Environment, Hydropower, Water Resources, and Roads & Construction Services. We are proud of the longstanding relationships we have with our clients and delivery of exceptional services on a global scale.

We have a significant track-record of projects located in Australia, Asia, Africa and South America. With over 100 years of experience and offices globally, we work on projects which are diverse both geographically and technically.

The Role

With an extensive pipeline of upcoming works, we are seeking applications for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Perth team. The role would offer you the ability to grow your career with a strong technical team around you offering support and mentoring.

Reporting to the Principal Geotechnical Engineer, the Senior Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for the planning, design and analysis activities to ensure that a high standard of quality is achieved for the assigned projects. The Engineer is also responsible for providing technical input to project teams to ensure that technical standards and efficiencies are achieved and that projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Preparation of geotechnical reports.
  • Assessment of slope stability, foundation bearing capacities and settlements etc.
  • Assessment of Soil liquefaction and seismic deformation etc.
  • Numerical modelling and analysis using software such as Slope/w, Plaxis and Flac.
  • Design of ground improvement.
  • Compilation of field investigation data for input, which leads to the creation of design parameters.
  • Preparation laboratory testing schedules.
  • Supervision of geotechnical site investigations, logging, mapping and reporting.

Our Ideal Candidate

The successful candidates will ideally have:

  • A strong expertise in soil mechanics and foundations.
  • Demonstrated experience in geotechnical investigation and analysis of foundations, embankments and cut slopes etc.
  • An understanding in technical aspects of geotechnical investigations, civil/geotechnical designs, documentation and civil/geotechnical projects.
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills.
  • Familiarity with use of Slope/W, Plaxis, Flac and AutoCad software will have added advantages.
  • Commitment to travel interstate and internationally when required.
  • A bachelor degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Post-graduate qualification will be highly regarded.
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience within the civil and mining industry.

What We Can Offer

Knight Piésold offer excellent remuneration packages and a competitive range of benefits including:

  • Unique opportunities to travel that take you on a career enhancing experience and adventure.
  • Generous performance bonus incentive programs.
  • Subsidised gym memberships / fitness classes.
  • Training and development opportunities to develop and strengthen your skills.
  • Referral bonuses; and
  • Early access to long service leave.

If you believe you have most of the skills and experience outlined above, we would love to hear from you

Please click 'Apply' or submit your resume and cover letter to  For further information please visit our website:

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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