Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Northland

LDE, an AtkinsRéalis Company

With a strong reputation for practical engineering, trusted client relationships and local delivery, LDE, An AtkinsRéalis Company, is a New Zealand-based multidisciplinary engineering consultancy supporting infrastructure and development projects across Aotearoa New Zealand. Combining deep local knowledge with broader trans-Tasman capability and access to a global network of engineering specialists, LDE helps clients deliver resilient, practical and future-focused outcomes across the transportation, water, power and renewables, ports and marine, resources, and industrial sectors.

At LDE, you will be working with intelligent people from a wide range of backgrounds, on interesting projects that make a real difference to communities all around New Zealand. You will be valued for your skills and experience and who you are as an individual. We work collaboratively and independently, and balance office time with field trips off the beaten track. We love what we do and have plenty of laughs along the way.

About the role

We have a diverse portfolio of forward work in the commercial, residential, coastal, central and local government sectors both in Whangārei and across the North Island. As an engineer at LDE you will be an integral part in the project life cycle. Keeping busy will be easy but a balance between work and life is compulsory at LDE and our flexible working hours support this. If you already live in Northland (Whangārei ideally), you will know what a great region it is. If you are willing to relocate, you will quickly get to know the area and all that it offers.

About the qualifications and experience required

• Tertiary qualified in engineering e.g. bachelor’s degree or diploma
• Between 5-7 years of relevant experience in New Zealand, Northland experience would be advantageous.
• Software user in RocScience suite, Cliq, CPet-IT, Settle 3.
• At least a restricted and clean NZ driver’s licence.
• Residential development, commercial projects and construction monitoring
• Technically sound in foundation, retaining wall, ground improvement assessment and design
• Planning and undertaking detailed site investigations
• CPEng or short-term goal of working towards CPEng accreditation

Competencies

• A clear communication style
• Interpersonal skills for effective client relationships
• Organised to manage project milestones from inception to handover
• Able to mentor junior engineers with their technical development
• Able to work efficiently and productively

Rewards and benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Competitive remuneration
• A flexible environment including flexible working hours to help make life easier
• A friendly, fun, inclusive and supportive work environment
• Loads of variety through exposure to a range of national projects
• A company that genuinely lives and breathes work-life harmony
• Approachable and talented multidisciplinary teams.
• The ability to be involved with technically challenging and large projects.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognised for the impact you make.