CareerPlan

Geotechnical Design Associate

Perth, Western AustraliaFull-time2026-09-17 → 2026-11-11

Core

Designing foundation and retention systems, conducting site investigations, and performing soil-structure interaction analysis for infrastructure, mining, and urban development projects.

Role type

Geotechnical Design Engineer

Builds

Foundation designs, slope stability assessments, and ground improvement solutions

Domain

Civil Engineering / Geotechnical

Required skills

Civil Engineering degree, 2D/3D Finite Element Modelling, slope stability analysis, foundation design, geotechnical software proficiency, lab and in-situ test data interpretation, report writing

Preferred skills

Postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering, experience with temporary works design

Technologies

Geotechnical software, spreadsheet-based analysis tools

Responsibilities

Conduct site investigations and ground characterisation, design foundation and retention systems, perform soil-structure interaction and finite element modelling, assess slope stability and ground improvement, support construction phase activities, mentor junior engineers, write technical reports

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities