Geotechnical Design Associate Discreet Search | Ground Recruitment A well-established, employee-owned engineering consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer to join its high-performing team in Perth. With a national presence and a portfolio of thousands of successful projects, the firm is recognised for delivering practical, technically robust solutions across infrastructure, mining, energy, and urban development. This is a rare opportunity to step into a technically diverse role offering strong mentorship, varied projects, and a clear pathway to leadership. The Opportunity In this role, you'll collaborate with some of Australia's most experienced geotechnical professionals and contribute to: Site investigations and ground characterisation Foundation and retention system design Soil-structure interaction and finite element modelling Slope stability, ground improvement, and working platform assessments Temporary works and construction phase support Project management and client engagement Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to technical leadership Report writing, both factual (e.g. site logs, test results) and interpretive (e.g. design recommendations, risk assessments) What Were Looking For Degree in Civil Engineering (postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering preferred) Strong technical design experience (2D/3D FEM, slope stability, foundations) Proficiency in geotechnical software and spreadsheet-based analysis Skilled in interpreting lab and in-situ test data Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Full driver's licence Why This Role? Employee-owned structure with a long-term view Mentorship from Principal Engineers and technical leaders Diverse projects across urban, regional, and offshore environments Supportive culture focused on development and inclusion Flexible work arrangements and a competitive salary package Next Steps This is a discreet search conducted by Ground Recruitment. If you're open to a confidential conversation about this opportunity or others like it, we invite you to contact us.
