Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Warsaw / Wroclaw / Cracow
Permanent
Hybrid
Do you want to analyze soil rock and groundwater conditions to ensure the stability of modern construction projects Are you interested in joining one of the leading engineering consulting companies create value for customers people and societies worldwide Can you contribute to our development with your leadership abilities and knowledge in regional and international underground and tunnel initiatives Then this could be the next adventure in your career.
Create the solutions that will enable a better tomorrow
As the Senior Geotechnical Engineer you will oversee and deliver engineering analysis design and documentation for various structures as bridges tunnels deep shafts caverns embankments and retaining walls for our high-profile infrastructure and energy projects. In this role you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage and deliver tasks effectively balancing budget quality and timelines.
Furthermore on a day-to-day basis you will:
- Lead geotechnical design and analysis for foundations retaining structures slopes and tunnels including complex soil-structure interactions.
- Design geotechnical structures for various stages of infrastructure projects.
- Manage multidisciplinary project teams coordinating inputs across geotechnical structural and environmental disciplines.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.
- Plan and interpret geotechnical site investigations including laboratory testing and ground characterization.
- Prepare technical documentation such as designs drawings construction sequencing and comprehensive reports.
- Guide digital and data-driven project delivery integrating modern geotechnical software and parametric tools.
- Stay updated on industry best practices regulatory requirements and technological advancements in geotechnical engineering
Your Skills. Our Team. Together We Design the Future
The first step to thriving in this role is that you are motivated to collaborate with the people around you whether they are colleagues partners or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.
To thrive in this position you need to demonstrate collaboration with others a consistent ability to take initiative effectiveness in urgent situations as well as well-developed problem-solving and organizational skills ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved.
On top of that you have:
- A masters or higher degree in Civil Engineering or a related field specializing in Geotechnical Engineering with 10 or more years of relevant experience as a designer in a consulting environment.
- Skills in planning and conducting geotechnical site investigations and lab testing programmes.
- Skilled in foundation tunnel and underground structure design utilizing ground improvement and failure mode analysis techniques.
- Proficiency in geotechnical analysis tools (GeoStudio Plaxis 2D/3D FLAC 2D/3D) BIM/CAD platforms and data management tools (HoleBASE OpenGround).
- Good knowledge of parametric design (Python Rhino Grasshopper Dynamo).
- Solid understanding of geotechnical principles soil mechanics rock mechanics and foundation engineering.
- Effective communication leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Professional proficiency in English (B2/C1) and ability to undertake short international trips.
A place to work and so much more
At COWI we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity and sometimes even our courage to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100 per cent of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.
We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you at work and at home.
With offices primarily located in Scandinavia the UK North America Asia and Poland and other European countries we are currently 7300 people who bring their expertise in engineering architecture energy and environment into play.
Got more questions
If you have any unanswered questions about the role or what we have to offer please reach out to Amit Nayyar Global TA Manager or Adam Zorawinski Head of Section
Get to know us even better at our website where you can learn more about our projects our strategy what we want to achieve and what life is like at COWI.
Before you apply
All you need to include in your application is your CV no photo or application letter. At an interview you can tell us everything we need to know about why youre interested in joining COWI. As for the photo we prefer to form our first impression in person rather than from a picture.
Equal opportunity employer
COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race colour religion sex national origin age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
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