Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Aurecon

Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Wellington focusing on geotechnical analysis and design for major infrastructure projects. Collaborating with teams to deliver sustainable and innovative engineering solutions.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeWellington • 🇳🇿 New ZealandSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage work programs to ensure they are delivered to client expectations
Deliver multiple concurrent projects across their entire life cycle
Undertake site investigations for large-scale infrastructure projects
Deliver geotechnical tasks including analysis, design, and construction supervision
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve client goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
8+ years of experience in a similar consulting environment
Strong local experience in geotechnical analysis and design
Proven experience in planning and delivering site investigations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A collaborative mindset and a commitment to mentoring junior team members
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or a commitment to achieving chartership

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

geotechnical analysisgeotechnical designconstruction supervisionsite investigationsproject management

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborative mindsetmentoring

Certifications

Bachelor of EngineeringChartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)