Assistant Geotechnical Engineer 1 in Edinburgh

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our people are driven by strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Assistant Geotechnical Engineer / Geotechnical Engineer to join our Amey Consulting team in Edinburgh/Perth Scotland. Our Amey Consulting Scotland Team are involved in designing some of the largest civil engineering and associated infrastructure projects across Scotland with cumulative values in excess of £1bn. Amey manages a substantial portion of Transport Scotland’s assets through the trunk road Network Management Contracts. In addition to these long‑term asset management contracts, we have a diverse portfolio of major roads, bridges, transportation and civil design projects with National Transport Agencies, Local Authorities and established contractors across the country.

Our multidisciplinary team encapsulates Highway Engineering, Bridge/Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, River & Coastal Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Traffic Engineering/Transport Planning. As an Assistant Geotechnical Engineer, you will play an important part in delivering our critical infrastructure projects. You will be involved in every stage of a project from inception to completion. You will undertake the production of technical designs and work as part of a skilled design engineering team across a diverse portfolio of projects. You’ll be empowered to challenge yourself and thrive within a supportive and collaborative team.

Our Assistant Geotechnical Engineer / Geotechnical Engineer will play an important part in delivering geotechnical engineering projects for our clients across the UK, The Republic of Ireland and internationally. Take responsibility for discreet geotechnical investigation and design deliverables, as well as providing support to the Senior Engineers within the design team, undertaking various design duties including:

• Assisting in the planning and execution of desk studies and ground investigations;
• Assisting in the development of outline and detailed designs, supporting a wider multidisciplinary team and assisting in the implementation of innovative design solutions;
• Complying with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation particularly CDM regulations;
• Carrying out site visits, surveys, inspections and construction supervision;
• Supporting development of Graduate Engineers, Degree Apprentices and Technicians.

You will have a BSc, BEng, MEng, or MSc in an appropriate ground engineering related subject (geotechnical/geological science or Civil Engineering + Geotechnics or equivalent); working towards Chartered or Incorporated status as defined by the Engineering Council, Geological Society of London or another relevant professional body; a proven ability to work within a team environment with a dedicated approach to meet project deadlines; you can demonstrate developing experience and expertise within the relevant technical field, gained in a Graduate Engineer role or equivalent with enthusiasm to learn and develop technical skills; you can contribute to the production of technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements, working under supervision; have previous experience of using relevant Geotechnical design software and enthusiasm to learn new skills; have an appreciation of technical governance procedures and how they are applied within a consulting engineering environment; experienced in undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications.

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part‑time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you. Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.

At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers.

You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Plus a range of other great benefits including:

• Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to;
• Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership;
• Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You’ll be stretched, but always supported. We recognise your hard work and look after your well‑being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.