Geotechnical earthquake consultant (Medior + Senior)

In this position, you will become a key member of our Infrastructure team. A team which is a global leader in the field of Infrastructure/Tunnels, delivering eye-catching projects in the Netherlands and other countries!

What you do as a medior/senior geotechnical earthquake consultant

As a medior/senior geotechnical earthquake consultant, you will work on projects ranging from impressive high-profile multidisciplinary projects to smaller projects requiring seismic specialist input. You might alternate between the roles of specialist, design leader, or reviewer providing geotechnical seismic advice, and supervise and train teams with junior and medior colleagues.

You will have challenging work in enthusiastic and diverse teams. You will contribute with your specialist knowledge to complex and diverse engineering projects, cooperating with colleagues from our different offices in the Netherlands, UK, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Australia, and others. As an experienced specialist, you will deliver smart, practical, and efficient solutions in line with good practices. You can come up with innovative solutions and have an eye for geotechnical risk management.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact in the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonization of industry, and sustainable mobility.

You will become part of the Advisory Group Infrastructure Nijmegen and Amersfoort in the Netherlands. We excel in a wide variety of services and skills in the fields of climate resilience and maritime developments. We provide our clients, both private and (semi) governmental, with a range of services throughout the various phases of a project: from inception, through master planning, feasibility, design, and all the way to construction supervision.

We have a strong foothold in the Netherlands, but we operate worldwide. Within this advisory group, you will be working together with a diverse group of geotechnical and geological engineers in an international environment. As a passionate consultant, you will join a team of engineers based in Amersfoort or Nijmegen who provide advice in the fields of maritime structures, hydraulic engineering, diverse infrastructure, airports, tunnels, dikes, land reclamations, and buildings in the Netherlands and globally.

What you bring

As a geotechnical earthquake consultant, you should meet the following criteria:

• MSc or PhD in Geo-Engineering (Geological or Geotechnical Engineering) with graduation project (e.g., thesis) and/or courses specialized in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering or Engineering Seismology
• Medior: more than 5 years of experience; Senior: more than 12 years of experience
• Good numerical skills (e.g., Plaxis) and affinity with digital developments (e.g., scripting, automation)
• Able to manage and collaborate with diverse colleagues; cooperative, commercial, and able to quickly make contacts
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills (Dutch is a preference, but not a must)
• A flexible attitude and willingness to travel when required
• Identifies with our strategy ‘Enhancing Society Together’

What we offer you

A solid foundation: A competitive base salary with annual increases.

• An attractive compensation package: Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success.
• Work-life balance: 28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 16.5 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, a home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace at our office in Amersfoort or Nijmegen, with travel expense reimbursement and an NS Business Card. If you walk or bike to work, you’ll receive a higher travel allowance—encouraging sustainable commuting.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

Acquisition for this vacancy by agencies is not appreciated and offered candidates will not be taken into consideration.