Trainee Civil Engineer
Job Summary
Quadrante is seeking a Trainee Civil Engineer to join the Geotechnics department in Oporto. The role involves supporting geotechnical project development and performing advanced analyses using specialized software. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, technically robust infrastructure solutions.
Responsibilities
- Support geotechnical project development
- Perform advanced geotechnical analyses
- Ensure project compliance with regulations
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Prepare technical reports and specifications
Required Skills
- Master's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
- Fluency in English
- AutoCAD and Excel proficiency
- Knowledge of FEM software (e.g., PLAXIS)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Support the development of geotechnical projects.
- Ensure compliance with project deadlines.
- Perform and validate advanced geotechnical analyses, including slope stability, immediate and time-dependent settlements and soil–structure interaction, using specialized software (like Plaxis 2D/3D), ensuring the quality of analytical models.
- Ensure project compliance with national and international regulations, as well as sector-specific requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design optimized solutions.
- Support the preparation of geotechnical reports, technical specifications and bill of quantities, ensuring technical rigour and consistency.
Profile:
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and Excel is required.
- Exposure to FEM software (like PLAXIS) or structural analysis tools is a plus.
- Ability to adapt and work effectively in a team, combined with a strong sense of responsibility and autonomy.
- Focus on technical excellence, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.