Senior/Lead Geotechnical Engineer

Wood Thilsted is designing the global transition to green energy. Together, through unmatched engineering and the very best teamwork, we can shape a brighter future for our planet.
We’re offshore wind engineering experts, and we want you to join us. Our engineering helps speed the transition towards a greener planet, with the wellbeing of our employees being every bit as vital. We firmly believe that people and the planet go hand in hand – we’re in business to look after both. We support projects throughout Asia, North America, and Northern Europe, with continued growth foreseen. Currently, we are a team of almost 200 professionals, primarily based in the UK and Denmark, and also represented in Poland, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and the US, with further expansion on the horizon.
At Wood Thilsted, we are guided by a dual commitment: to achieve technical excellence and provide unmatched value to our clients. Our culture thrives on knowledge sharing, mutual trust, and fostering a vibrant social environment. We take immense pride in being part of the exciting and dynamic Wood Thilsted family.
As part of our growth strategy in Asia we are now looking for a Senior or Lead Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Taipei. The role will primarily be a secondment into our client’s - a leading offshore wind developer - project organization, but you will also interact with our main engineering teams in Europe and Asia. This will be a two-year fixed term contract in Taiwan which is anticipated to be extended, or transferred to a permanent role in another of our offices.
We are looking for a candidate who wishes to join an international and fast paced company with the following benefits:
Flexible working arrangements
Wellbeing and workload management
Dynamic career progression
The opportunity to work and live in amazing Taiwan. Expat package will be provided to the right candidate.
Areas of responsibility: We are looking for a Senior or Lead geotechnical Engineer with significant experience from the offshore wind industry. Your role will be to lead geotechnical design activities and advise our client on various geotechnical topics as an integrated part of their project team.
In your role your main tasks will be:
Be the Lead Geotechncial Engineer for an offshore wind farm in Taiwan
Ensure that a high level of geotechnical quality is implemented across the project
Advise project stakeholders on all aspects of geotechnical challenges and engineering for offshore wind farm development and construction
Review and challenge documentation from external designers and contractors
Ensure that the right geotechnical activities are planned and carried out
Drive and manage various engineering activities across the project
Liaise with our client and in-house engineering team
Maintain and build our strong network within the industry.
Your background: You should hold a master's degree or higher in civil or geotechnical engineering. You should thrive in an international environment. You have a strong drive and take initiative and responsibility for your assignments and you get motivated by creating excellent results through teamwork.
Furthermore, it is an advantage if you have:
10 years of relevant experience as an offshore geotechnical engineer
Solid technical background in foundation design, pile-soil interaction, pile testing, driveability analysis, spudcan penetration analysis, seismic analysis geotechnical interpretation, etc and
Geohazard identification and management
Experience in managing engineering projects and developing engineering timelines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with clients and other consultants effectively.
In return we offer you excellent opportunities to influence your daily work, develop new competencies and work on interesting projects. At Wood Thilsted, we care about our people and we are committed to a brighter future. We have defined our set of values and behaviors that are at the heart of everything we do. Our work environment is a place where everyone can be themselves and be their best. We are result-orientated and innovation-driven at a high professional level and with excellence in delivery.
Besides this we also offer competitive salary packages, pension, health and life insurance contributions as well as flexibility in working hours and locations.
Any questions: Please reach out to Phani K, Talent Acquisition Specialist at #####
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