Geotechnical Engineers
3 days ago
Geotechnical Engineers - Intermediate, Senior, and Principal (Category 1)
Hamilton or Tauranga
Join a dynamic and growing engineering team delivering high-quality geotechnical design for land development, commercial, and industrial projects throughout the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions. We have three opportunities available as part of this expanding team:
- Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer - $95K to $120K
- Senior Geotechnical Engineer - $120K to $160K
- Principal Geotechnical Lead (Category 1) - $160K to $200K + profit share and directorship potential
These roles focus on technically challenging projects and offer progression pathways, a supportive team culture, and flexible working options.
About the Roles
You'll work on diverse geotechnical scopes including site investigations, design, analysis, and construction support, all within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. The Principal Lead will guide regional delivery and strategy, while Senior and Intermediate Engineers will actively contribute to technical design and project delivery.
What You'll Do
- Deliver geotechnical investigations, foundation and retaining structure design, slope stability analysis, and construction monitoring.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams on land development, commercial, and industrial projects (excluding heavy civil works).
- Develop and review technical reports and models using recognised software and geotechnical best practices.
- Support and mentor less experienced engineers (Senior and Principal roles).
- Manage client relationships, project resources, and quality assurance to maintain exceptional standards across all deliverables.
- Engage in team development, innovation, and continuous improvement.
What You Bring
- Relevant BE (Civil) or equivalent with 3+ years' experience (Intermediate), 8+ years' experience (Senior), or 15+ years with Chartership and Category 1 recognition (Principal).
- Strong technical skills in geotechnical analysis, design, and reporting across a range of project scales.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Motivation to collaborate, learn, and grow within a professional, people-focused environment.
- For the Principal role: proven leadership experience and capability to shape technical direction and business growth.
Why Join our client's awesome team?
- Competitive salaries tailored to experience and performance.
- Principal role includes shareholding, directorship pathways, and company-wide leadership involvement.
- Flexible working arrangements and genuine respect for work-life balance.
- Supportive, innovative culture that fosters professional development and teamwork.
- Exposure to landmark projects shaping communities across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions.
Contact Andrew Williams by submitting your application in strict confidence, using the appropriate link below. Alternatively, send your current CV to
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