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Acciona

Senior Design Engineer, Geotechnical

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Acciona
Multinational leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy development and operations.
Lead geotechnical design and analysis for major infrastructure projects in Australia.
9d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Perth
Hybrid
Company Size
66,021 Employees
Service Specialisms
Infrastructure
Construction
Water
Industrial Services
Renewable Energy
Project Management
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Water Resources
Transport
Utilities
Government
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
site investigation
geotechnical design
risk assessment
design reports
temporary works
advanced modelling
  • Plan and oversee site investigations, including borehole drilling, in-situ testing (SPT, CPT, pressuremeter, etc.), sampling, and monitoring activities.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to continuous improvement in design practices.
  • Lead the design and analysis of geotechnical structures including deep and shallow foundations, retaining walls, RSS walls, and slope stability solutions.
  • Assess geotechnical risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and review Geotechnical Design Reports (GDR), Ground Investigation Reports (GIR), and Geotechnical Factual Reports (GFR).
  • Develop safe, practical, and efficient temporary works designs (such as platforms, retaining systems, and excavations) in compliance with relevant design codes and construction requirements.
  • Collaborate with civil, structural, and environmental teams to integrate geotechnical design into broader project frameworks.
  • Conduct advanced geotechnical modelling and design for road and rail infrastructure, including cut/fill optimisation, batter stability, and anchoring systems.
What you bring
geotechnical design
plaxis
civil engineering
python
cpeng
communication
  • Extensive experience in geotechnical design engineering in consultant firms across infrastructure and/or construction projects (>8 years).
  • Proficient in performing geotechnical analyses using industry-standard software and experienced in numerical modelling tools, particularly PLAXIS (2D & 3D).
  • Degree qualified in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (postgraduate qualifications desirable).
  • Programming skills in Python and Visual Basic are desirable.
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) qualification or close to achieving it.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
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Company
Overview
21 TWh Annually
Clean Power Output
The company's energy arm delivers significant amounts of clean power to the global grid.
9 GW Capacity
Energy Portfolio
The company operates a substantial portfolio of renewable energy sources, including wind, solar, hydro, and biomass.
€14B Value
Enterprise Value
The company has achieved a substantial market valuation, reflecting its global presence and growth.
€5B Debt
Financial Position
Despite having significant net debt, the company prioritizes heavy investment in decarbonization and sustainable solutions.
  • Born from early 20th‑century engineering firms, it reinvented itself in 1997 as a champion of green infrastructure and renewable energy.
  • Headquartered near Madrid, it went public on Spain’s IBEX‑35 and now spans over 40 countries.
  • In infrastructure, it engineers and builds major transport corridors, bridges, tunnels, desalination plants, and urban light‑rail systems.
  • Its water division tackles everything from drinking‑water treatment to large‑scale desalination and wastewater reuse projects.
  • It also designs sustainable urban real‑estate and provides financial, mobility, and social‑infrastructure services.
  • Flagship projects range from the Eurus wind farm in Mexico and Sydney light‑rail to Australia’s pioneering waste‑to‑energy plants.
  • Unusually, it spun off its turbine unit into Nordex yet remains a top shareholder—spanning full clean‑energy value chains.
  • It even crafted the world’s first prefabricated lighthouse, blending innovation and practical construction expertise.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity
  • Innovation
  • Sustainability
  • Excellence
  • Commitment
  • Collaboration
Environment + Sustainability
100% Renewable
Energy Source
100% of the energy used in its operations is renewable.
11,000 MW
Renewable Capacity
Global renewable energy capacity exceeds 11,000 MW.
10 Billion
Investment
Over 10 billion euros have been invested in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
30% Reduction
Carbon Emissions
Aims to reduce carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2017 levels.
  • Aims to reduce carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2017 levels.
  • Part of the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) with a climate leadership rating of A.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Female
Female Representation in Management
Target for female representation in managerial positions by 2025.
4% Pay Gap
Gender Pay Gap
The company ensures equal pay with a gender pay gap of less than 4%.
30% Workforce
Female Workforce
In 2020, 30% of the workforce was female, reflecting progress toward diversity goals.
Mentoring Programs
Gender Diversity Initiatives
A comprehensive program includes mentoring, leadership training, and career advancement for women.
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