Design Lead - Geotechnical

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

Job Description

• Be instrumental in shaping innovative engineering solutions.

• Join a growing function across ANZ

• Work on iconic infrastructure projects that will create a lasting legacy for generations to come

The Opportunity

As the Lead Design Engineer - Geotechnical, you will provide technical leadership across the planning, design and delivery of geotechnical engineering solutions from feasibility and tender phases through to detailed design and construction.

You will play a critical role in managing multidisciplinary interfaces, mentoring engineers, supporting project delivery teams and ensuring technically sound, safe and innovative outcomes across major infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities;

• Lead the design and delivery of geotechnical solutions across major infrastructure projects.

• Direct complex geotechnical assessments, analysis and design activities.

• Oversee the design of foundations, earthworks, retaining structures and slope stabilisation works.

• Develop ground improvement strategies and provide guidance on construction methodologies.

• Lead geotechnical investigations, interpretation of ground conditions and risk assessments.

• Provide technical leadership and support during project delivery and construction phases.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, consultants and key project stakeholders.

• Contribute to major tenders, methodologies and technical proposals.

• Mentor and develop engineering talent within the business.

• Drive technical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement across geotechnical disciplines.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline, combined with significant experience delivering complex geotechnical design solutions for major infrastructure projects.

• Strong technical expertise in foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, slope stability and ground improvement, supported by advanced geotechnical analysis and design experience.

• Proven knowledge of site investigations, geotechnical risk assessment, monitoring systems and construction-phase support, with a strong understanding of relevant design standards and industry best practice.

• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, manage complex technical interfaces and collaborate effectively with clients, contractors and key stakeholders.

• Track record delivering major transport, water, energy or civil infrastructure projects, with strong technical reporting, stakeholder management, tender preparation and proposal development skills.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand.