Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Mott Macdonald

The Role

Overview

Lead geotechnical engineering for major infrastructure projects in Auckland.

Key Responsibilities

  • geotechnical
  • innovation
  • client meetings
  • collaboration
  • specifications
  • mentoring

Tasks

-Support innovation and continuous improvement in design and delivery -Lead geotechnical input on major infrastructure projects -Attend client meetings and manage stakeholder relationships -Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across transport, water, aviation, and structural engineering -Prepare specifications, reports, and oversee site inspections -Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff

Requirements

  • ps1 accreditation
  • ground characterisation
  • seismic assessment
  • plaxis
  • geostudio
  • cpeng

What You Bring

-Auckland Council Producer Statement Author (PS1) accreditation -Proven experience in ground characterisation, seismic assessment, and geotechnical design -Software requirements include knowledge and experience in Plaxis, Rocscience / Geostudio suites for modelling and analysis. -A degree in civil or geotechnical engineering -Apply your deep understanding of construction methods and geotechnical risk -Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status -Agile Work Policy -Strong project management and client engagement skills -12–16 years of post-graduate experience in geotechnical engineering

Benefits

-Competitive salary -Enhanced KiwiSaver contributions -Ongoing professional development and mentoring -Opportunities to work on iconic, high-impact projects

The Company

About Mott Macdonald

-Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision. -Design of major infrastructure and transport systems. -Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities. -History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.

Sector Specialisms

Engineering

Architecture

Bridges

Building services

Building structures

Dams and reservoirs

Geotechnics

Industrialized design and construction

Transportation

Energy

Water

Buildings

Infrastructure

Systems engineering and assurance

Container terminal sector

Marine

Utilities

Heavy Civil

Commercial

Residential

Government