Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

“Supported by people, local and global communities who are not only willing to guide but also nurture professional development and leadership” – Dominique Keirens, Technical Director – Water Gold Coast, QLD

Come grow with us.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

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We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a motivated and highly driven Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure, Geotechnical Engineering and Tunnelling Team which is based out of South-East Queensland. We have offices in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Maroochydore and will consider applicants for all office locations.

Our team supports a wide range of projects across infrastructure, transportation, water, dams, buildings, energy and the environment sectors, delivering solutions for clients throughout Queensland, across Australia and New Zealand, and internationally.

In this role, you will support the delivery of geotechnical investigations, analysis, and design solutions across a wide range of planning, design, and construction projects. Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team of engineers, engineering geologists, and technical specialists, you will play a key role in helping deliver practical and reliable geotechnical outcomes for our clients.

This position offers a strong balance between hands-on fieldwork and technical office-based work. In the early stages, the role will involve a significant field component, including the planning and execution of geotechnical investigations across a variety of sites, with opportunities for travel. As your experience develops, you will become increasingly involved in technical interpretation, geotechnical analysis, design input, and technical reporting, supporting projects from investigation through to design and construction. Alternatively, depending on experience, this technical side of the role may be available upon commencement.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being on site, understanding ground conditions firsthand, and turning field data into practical engineering solutions, while continuing to develop their technical expertise within a supportive team environment.

How you’ll make a difference

• Planning, coordinating, and undertaking geotechnical site investigations, including drilling supervision, sampling, and in-situ testing.

• Soil profiling and rock core logging in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 1726:2017 Geotechnical Site Investigations.

• Collecting and managing soil and rock samples and coordinating laboratory testing programs.

• Preparing factual and interpretive reports.

• Conducting desktop studies, including data review, interpretation, and preparation of technical documentation.

• Communicating effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams to help resolve geotechnical challenges.

• Assisting with tender submissions and proposals, including scope development and preliminary cost estimates.

• Assisting with geotechnical analyses for foundations, slope stability, pavement designs, earthworks and other geo-structures.

• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with relevant standards, guidelines, and safety procedures.

You will take on a stronger role in technical interpretation, design input, and project delivery, depending on experience.

Qualifications

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

• Ideally, 2-10 years’ experience in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering, ideally within a consulting environment.
• Relevant tertiary degree e.g. Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline and professional registration or working towards - RPGeo, CPEng, or RPEQ (or eligibility through mutual recognition pathways).
• Willingness to undertake regular fieldwork and travel when required.
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics, slope stability and site investigation practices.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software such as OpenGround / gINT, and 2D and 3D geotechnical software such as Rocscience, GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or SLOPE/W, working knowledge of Leapfrog or similar geotechnical modelling software and AutoCAD highly regarded.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal and an ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Current Class C driver’s licence.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

This role provides the opportunity to work across a broad range of geotechnical projects, develop strong field experience, and grow into a technically focused role over time. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values practical thinking, technical curiosity, and professional development.

We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with access to mentoring, ongoing learning, and opportunities to grow your career. Our teams value flexibility, wellbeing, and work-life balance, and we encourage our people to bring their ideas, curiosity, and authentic selves to work every day.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.  Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.  Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.