Geotechnical Engineer – Geotechnical Engineer – Offshore Wind

Q ENERGY

Geotechnical Engineer focusing on offshore site characterization and geotechnical analysis for offshore wind projects at Q ENERGY. Responsible for technical leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeLyon • 🇫🇷 FranceMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as geotechnical technical focal point / lead, ensuring QA/QC of geotechnical deliverables and producing geotechnical inputs to relevant packages
Manage interfaces with relevant packages, provide soil data and geotechnical inputs for foundation and cable design, and support certification of soil data through interactions with the project certification body
When required, lead the geoscience workstreams for a bid or an offshore wind project (floating & bottom-fixed), from both technical and project management perspectives, including budget, schedule, risk, and procurement inputs
Perform quality control of geotechnical datasets and interpret survey data
Review technical reports and provide technical guidance
Prepare all technical documentation relevant to the roadmap: SOW, technical requirements, etc.
Support certification activities for geoscience data
Supervise geotechnical survey operations
Interface with relevant packages on foundation/anchor design, and scope external conceptual design and feasibility studies
Contribute to, and where appropriate lead, technical topics related to marine geotechnics
Define geoscience/UXO roadmaps for projects pre- and post-bid
Define associated geoscience budgets and schedules
Execute roadmap items from RFQ stage to deliverable certification: RFQ management, contract management, etc.
Provide documentation (site conditions, Design Basis Part A, etc.) and information for foundation and cable design
Provide geotechnical inputs to internal and external stakeholders (cable/foundation package leads, design contractors, certification bodies)
Identify and manage geotechnical risks associated with offshore wind projects and propose mitigation measures to minimize potential impacts on safety, design, installation, and reliability
Work closely with design engineers to integrate geotechnical constraints into foundation design and ensure compatibility with offshore wind turbines
Participate in regulatory meetings, stakeholder meetings, and community outreach initiatives
Share experience with the team and contribute to strong technical discussions across projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

MSc degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, or equivalent
Proficient written and spoken English, including the ability to work with technical documentation and international stakeholders
5+ years of practical experience in geotechnical engineering for offshore wind projects
Experience in bottom-fixed projects is required; experience in floating offshore wind and anchor design is an advantage
Knowledge and experience of offshore geotechnical survey activities: RFQ processes, contractors, equipment, laboratory testing, etc.
Experience integrating datasets and familiarity with international and local standards
Project management skills and experience managing large site investigation and interpretation projects
Experience integrating geophysical and geotechnical data, producing geotechnical interpretative reports, using ground models, and maintaining geohazard registers
Knowledge of offshore design codes and industry best practices
The following are advantages:
Experience from concept to detailed offshore foundation/anchor design
Field experience in marine site investigations
Knowledge and practical experience with GIS systems
Knowledge of geophysical surveys and interpretation
Knowledge of UXO matters for offshore wind (strategy, technical requirements, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account Q ENERGY Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 201 - 500 employees Q ENERGY is Europe’s 360° green energy company. We develop, build, and manage renewable energy assets across the entire value chain of large-scale renewable energy projects – from solar, to onshore wind and offshore wind, to energy storage and hybrid power plants, all the way to green hydrogen projects. It is our goal to power the energy transition across Europe through establishing sustainable partnerships and through realizing holistic green energy solutions. We are a trustworthy and innovative partner creating mutual value by fostering successful relationships with our customers and partners alike. Geotechnical Engineer – Geotechnical Engineer – Offshore Wind 🔥 19 minutes ago 🏢🏡 Lyon – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer 🗣️🇫🇷 French Required Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Act as geotechnical technical focal point / lead, ensuring QA/QC of geotechnical deliverables and producing geotechnical inputs to relevant packages
Manage interfaces with relevant packages, provide soil data and geotechnical inputs for foundation and cable design, and support certification of soil data through interactions with the project certification body
When required, lead the geoscience workstreams for a bid or an offshore wind project (floating & bottom-fixed), from both technical and project management perspectives, including budget, schedule, risk, and procurement inputs
Perform quality control of geotechnical datasets and interpret survey data
Review technical reports and provide technical guidance
Prepare all technical documentation relevant to the roadmap: SOW, technical requirements, etc.
Support certification activities for geoscience data
Supervise geotechnical survey operations
Interface with relevant packages on foundation/anchor design, and scope external conceptual design and feasibility studies
Contribute to, and where appropriate lead, technical topics related to marine geotechnics
Define geoscience/UXO roadmaps for projects pre- and post-bid
Define associated geoscience budgets and schedules
Execute roadmap items from RFQ stage to deliverable certification: RFQ management, contract management, etc.
Provide documentation (site conditions, Design Basis Part A, etc.) and information for foundation and cable design
Provide geotechnical inputs to internal and external stakeholders (cable/foundation package leads, design contractors, certification bodies)
Identify and manage geotechnical risks associated with offshore wind projects and propose mitigation measures to minimize potential impacts on safety, design, installation, and reliability
Work closely with design engineers to integrate geotechnical constraints into foundation design and ensure compatibility with offshore wind turbines
Participate in regulatory meetings, stakeholder meetings, and community outreach initiatives
Share experience with the team and contribute to strong technical discussions across projects 🎯 Requirements
MSc degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, or equivalent
Proficient written and spoken English, including the ability to work with technical documentation and international stakeholders
5+ years of practical experience in geotechnical engineering for offshore wind projects
Experience in bottom-fixed projects is required; experience in floating offshore wind and anchor design is an advantage
Knowledge and experience of offshore geotechnical survey activities: RFQ processes, contractors, equipment, laboratory testing, etc.
Experience integrating datasets and familiarity with international and local standards
Project management skills and experience managing large site investigation and interpretation projects
Experience integrating geophysical and geotechnical data, producing geotechnical interpretative reports, using ground models, and maintaining geohazard registers
Knowledge of offshore design codes and industry best practices
The following are advantages:
Experience from concept to detailed offshore foundation/anchor design
Field experience in marine site investigations
Knowledge and practical experience with GIS systems
Knowledge of geophysical surveys and interpretation
Knowledge of UXO matters for offshore wind (strategy, technical requirements, etc.) Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Study Engineer — Demolition & Asbestos Removal 🕒 June 23 WSP in Deutschland 201 - 500 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Engineer in demolition and asbestos removal for WSP specializing in the environment. Collaborating with a dynamic team in Lyon or Paris on various projects. 🏢🏡 Lyon – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer 🗣️🇫🇷 French Required Rail Studies Engineer 🕒 June 20 WSP in Deutschland 201 - 500 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Rail Studies Engineer at WSP in Lyon. Involved in various phases of engineering studies for railway infrastructure projects. 🏢🏡 Lyon – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer 🗣️🇫🇷 French Required Ingénieur d’Études Amont Ferroviaires 🕒 June 20 WSP in Deutschland 201 - 500 Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Engineer in railway studies at WSP evaluating project feasibility and planning railway developments in France. Contributing to project management and commercial proposals in a hybrid work environment. 🏢🏡 Lyon – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer 🗣️🇫🇷 French Required Go Ingénieur Motion Control, Mécatronique 🕒 June 19 Cofabrik RH 11 - 50 🎯 Recruiter 🤝 B2B Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Motion Control Engineer designing high-precision mechatronic solutions for aerospace and advanced robotics. Involves technical referencing, feasibility studies, and integrating Motion Control solutions. 🏢🏡 Lyon – Hybrid 💵 €50k - €60k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead 👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer 🗣️🇫🇷 French Required Ingénieur Études Traitement des Eaux – H/F 🕒 June 12 NEO2 501 - 1000 🤝 B2B ⚡ Energy Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Consultant Engineer at NEO2 focusing on innovative water treatment projects for major industrial clients. Requires 8+ years of experience and offers hybrid work opportunities. 🏢🏡 Lyon – Hybrid 💵 €45k - €60k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🔴 Lead 👷🏻‍♀️ Engineer 🗣️🇫🇷 French Required View More Engineer Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Find jobs using your resume Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs

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Hard Skills & Tools

Geotechnical EngineeringFoundation DesignCable DesignGeotechnical Data InterpretationGeotechnical Survey ActivitiesGeophysical Data IntegrationGeotechnical Interpretative ReportsRisk ManagementQuality Assurance/Quality ControlTechnical Documentation Preparation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationStakeholder EngagementTechnical GuidanceProblem-Solving