At Tractebel, we design the infrastructure that shapes tomorrow's world. As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a central role in delivering safe, innovative underground solutions for complex energy and infrastructure projects. Your expertise will directly support the energy transition by enabling sustainable construction methods.
We are looking for a passionate geotechnical specialist who thrives on technical challenges. You will join a multidisciplinary team where your knowledge of ground behavior and tunnel design drives real impact on landmark projects worldwide.
What You'll Do
Review and interpret geotechnical investigation data, including borehole logs, lab test results, and geophysical surveys.
Prepare comprehensive Geotechnical Interpretation Reports to support critical design decisions.
Assess ground conditions and recommend suitable tunneling methods and support systems.
Design tunnels, shafts, slopes, and underground caverns using appropriate construction techniques.
Perform finite element modeling and other numerical simulations to validate structural performance.
Provide technical support during construction through site visits and review of contractor submissions.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure all design processes meet project requirements.
What You Bring
Master's degree in Geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in geotechnical design for tunneling and underground structures.
Strong proficiency in finite element modeling software such as PLAXIS, FLAC, or equivalent tools.
Solid understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical data interpretation.
Experience with tunnel boring machine selection, NATM, and cut-and-cover methods.
Excellent communication skills and ability to produce transparent technical reports in English.
Willingness to travel for site visits and collaborate across international project tea