Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Orewa, Auckland

Hours: Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in our busy Orewa office. In this client-facing role, you will complete geotechnical investigations and reporting while assisting development of our growing geotechnical team.

 Hutchinson is a well-established Civil, Structural and Geotechnical Engineering consultancy with a collaborative culture and modern offices located near the beach. This role offers involvement in a wide range of projects including building, infrastructure, and land development from investigation through to construction completion.

What you'll be doing:

• Completing geotechnical investigations from scoping and fieldwork planning through to interpretation, reporting and project delivery
• Preparing and reviewing geotechnical reports, including site suitability, foundation, slope stability and liquefaction assessments
• Carrying out geotechnical analysis and design using industry-standard software
• Completing technical review, ensuring reports from graduate and intermediate staff are checked and issued in a timely manner, and providing guidance and mentoring
• Undertaking construction observation and earthworks monitoring, and assisting with the timely issue of producer statements (PS4s) and completion reports
• Communicating with clients, contractors, councils and the wider team, working closely with our civil and structural engineers to contribute to practical project outcomes

What we're looking for:

• Degree-qualified Engineer with 5 years plus experience in Geotechnical Engineering
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or actively working towards registration
• Solid understanding of New Zealand design codes, standards, and legislation
• Experience in geotechnical design and project management, including proficiency with geotechnical software for slope stability, settlement and liquefaction analysis
• Proven ability to independently prepare, review and sign off geotechnical reports
• Experience mentoring, reviewing and developing junior staff
• Reliable, well-organised and able to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• A positive, proactive and team-focused attitude

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration, negotiable with the successful applicant
• Company mobile phone plan
• Paid professional membership fees
• Ongoing support for continued professional development, including support towards or maintaining CPEng
• Collaborative, positive work culture in modern offices by the beach
• We value collaboration and team work on-site in the office, however flexible working arrangements can be negotiated

Be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a positive culture.

View our website at www.hc.co.nz

Apply via email to [email protected]