Geotechnical Engineer
Work Arrangement
Office Days per Week: 3 days
Key Skills
Job Description
THE POSITION As a Geotechnical Engineer, you play a key role in delivering offshore wind projects that contribute to a more sustainable future. You provide the geotechnical expertise that helps teams make informed technical decisions for installation of wind turbines and their foundations to win tenders and achieve excellence during execution of projects. You work closely with colleagues across engineering, tendering and project teams, combining technical knowledge with practical insight to solve complex offshore challenges. While your home base is our office in Gorinchem, you may also spend time on board one of our offshore vessels to experience how your analyses are applied in practice. Your expertise supports every stage of the project and creates the foundation for lasting impact. YOUR IMPACT You help make offshore wind projects successful from the earliest project stages through to execution. By combining your geotechnical expertise with practical engineering knowledge, you provide advice that influences technical decisions, reduces project risks and supports safe and efficient installation. You work closely with tender and project teams, contribute to innovative solutions and help strengthen Van Oord's position as a leader in offshore energy. Your work creates a lasting impact by delivering reliable foundations for renewable energy projects around the world. Support tender and project teams with geotechnical analyses and practical advice for offshore wind foundation installation, including pile driveability assessments and spudcan penetration studies. Design and assess laterally and axially loaded piles, ensuring safe, reliable and cost effective foundation solutions that meet project requirements. Interpret geotechnical investigation data and translate complex soil conditions into clear engineering recommendations for multidisciplinary project teams. Work together with engineers, project teams and external stakeholders to optimise foundation designs and installation strategies throughout all project phases. Contribute to research and development initiatives that improve engineering methods, develop innovative solutions and strengthen Van Oord's expertise in offshore foundation engineering. YOUR WORKPLACE You join the Tendering & Engineering department in Gorinchem, where specialists from different disciplines work together on offshore wind projects around the world. It is a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared, innovation is encouraged and engineering ideas become reality. While you are mainly based in the office, you may also spend time offshore to see your work come to life. About You You enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and turning technical knowledge into practical solutions. You work accurately, think ahead and feel comfortable collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines. Whether you are supporting a tender or working on a project, you stay organised and keep the bigger picture in mind. You are eager to keep learning, share your expertise and contribute to innovative offshore projects. To be successful in this role, you bring A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Geo-Engineering or Offshore Engineering and between 2-5 years of relevant working experience; Experience with relevant software like Plaxis and GRLWEAP; Experience with Python or comparable programming languages; Excellent spoken and written English; Creative, result-driven and strong analytical skills; Well-organised and easily switches between different projects. WE OFFER We offer you a position in which you will have an important contribution to our mission 'building a better world for future generations'. In addition, we offer you A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience; Travel allowance (€0.31 per km) and home office allowance (€2,45 per day); 32 leave days per year; Variable bonus; Pension scheme; Collective health insurance (optional); Flexible working from home policy, 2 days a week when working on a full-time basis; Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz; You can join communities, like Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women and the Van Oord staff association; We organise several (sport) events, e.g. winter sport, weekend of sailing, cycling and a motorcycle tour. Interested? Apply via the application form below. Do you have any questions? Please contact Esli Juliana Do you like to know more about and want to stay informed of other vacancies within Van Oord? Climb aboard and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo and Facebook! Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated.
Core Responsibilities
Provide geotechnical expertise and analysis for the installation of offshore wind turbine foundations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize foundation designs and reduce project risks from tender through execution.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geo-Engineering or Offshore Engineering with 2-5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Plaxis, GRLWEAP, and Python is required along with excellent English communication skills.
Benefits
- Travel Allowance
- Home Office Allowance
- 32 Leave Days Per Year
- Variable Bonus
- Pension Scheme
- Collective Health Insurance
- Flexible Working From Home Policy
- Learning And Personal Development Possibilities
- Employee Communities
About Van Oord
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Van Oord is a leading international marine contractor focusing on dredging, infrastructure and offshore energy projects. We are an innovative partner for our clients and, for over 155 years, have been helping to create the infrastructure for the world of tomorrow. The growing world population needs more space and the demand for energy is rising constantly. Increasing world trade requires more and better port facilities and climate change is threatening coastal areas. Van Oord provides innovative solutions for these worldwide maritime challenges, both now and in the future. Van Oord is Dutch family-owned company, which is characterized by visible leadership, long-term vision and a sound financial position. Substantial investments in people and equipment are made with great care to ensure the continuity of our business. Our staff are committed, entrepreneurial professionals who are passionate about water and technology. They know the importance of cooperation in achieving the best possible result. By being open and honest, they build on mutual trust and respect. Marine ingenuity is what sets Van Oord apart. In just two words, we show in the clearest possible terms what we do, how we do it, and what makes us different. A passionate, smart, shrewd, international marine contractor – that is how we see ourselves. Van Oord believes in One Team, worldwide.