Project / Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Australia)
Brisbane, Australia (other locations including WFH considered)
Full-time position
About ITASCA
ITASCA is a global, industry-leading engineering consulting and software development company specialising in geomechanics, hydrogeology, and advanced numerical modelling. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota (USA), with offices worldwide, ITASCA combines local expertise with a global perspective, bringing together a diverse team of leading engineers, scientists, and software developers to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges across the mining, civil engineering, and energy sectors.
ITASCA Australia is an ITASCA International Inc company and operates from Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Orange, and Hobart, delivering specialised geomechanics and hydrogeology consulting and R&D services in Australia and internationally.
As an employee-owned company, ITASCA fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture where people are empowered to take ownership, innovate, and contribute to meaningful, high-quality outcomes for clients and communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer (Project to Senior level) to join our team.
In this role, you will apply geomechanics and ground engineering expertise to deliver technical solutions across a range of projects. You will undertake geotechnical analysis, numerical modelling, and problem-solving activities, while contributing to project delivery and the development of practical, data-driven engineering outcomes.
Depending on your level of experience, you will work with increasing autonomy and contribute to client engagement activities while continuing to grow your technical and consulting capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
- Contribute to business development activities through client engagement and support of proposal preparation and opportunity pursuits.
- Assist with the preparation of proposals, capability statements, and technical inputs in collaboration with local and global teams.
- Contribute market and project insights to support new business opportunities.
- Represent ITASCA at industry events, conferences, and technical forums.
- As required, contribute to technical papers, webinars, and industry presentations.
Project Delivery & Management
- Deliver geotechnical engineering projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong client satisfaction.
- Contribute to project planning, scope definition, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Undertake geotechnical analysis, numerical modelling, and design assessments.
- Support project performance through effective scheduling, budget awareness, and delivery management.
- Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to define requirements and communicate progress.
- Participate in site work as required (including domestic and occasional international travel).
Technical Expertise & Leadership
- Apply sound to advanced expertise in geomechanics and rock mechanics to solve engineering challenges.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports and deliverables.
- Contribute to technical reviews and quality assurance processes.
- Support the development and continuous improvement of technical methods and workflows.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Support a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and practical problem solving.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of analytical methods, tools, and workflows.
- Use ITASCA’s software, including testing, feedback, and collaboration with developers.
- Participate in internal knowledge sharing, workshops, and technical discussions.
Qualifications and Requirements
Experience and Industry knowledge
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline. Master's degree is preferred.
- 4+ years' experience in consulting, mining, civil, or related industries, preferably within the Australian market.
- Experience in geomechanics and numerical modelling.
- Professional registration or eligibility to obtain registration
- Understanding of relevant regulatory, commercial and industry environments.
Technical and professional capability
- Ability to undertake and deliver numerical modelling studies within consulting project timeframes.
- Sound understanding of modelling approaches, limitations, and practical application.
- Demonstrated problem-solving capability in engineering environments.
- Experience contributing to the delivery of technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Collaboration and communication
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and global offices.
- Confidence engaging with clients and presenting technical outcomes.
- Work on diverse range of high-impact projects across global industries.
- Be part of a technically respected and collaborative team.
- Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.
- Flexible and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary aligned with your skills and experience
- Employee share ownership opportunities.
Why Join ITASCA?
- Work on diverse range of high-impact projects across global industries.
- Be part of a technically respected and collaborative team.
- Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.
- Flexible and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary aligned with your skills and experience
- Employee share ownership opportunities.
Application
Please email cover letter, resume to [email protected].
ITASCA is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at https://www.itasca.com.au.