At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct geotechnical studies and manage projects in the power sector.
- Company: Aureos, a leader in energy consultancy with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Generous salary, 25 days holiday, pension, and learning opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equal opportunities and professional growth.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while working on impactful energy projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Geosciences and proficiency in geotechnical software.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Aureos are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to work for the Energyline business unit who combine technical expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver design, survey, and consultancy services across the power sector. Aureos Energyline support a wide range of overhead line and underground cable projects—bringing together planning, environmental, and site-based teams to deliver practical, high-quality solutions.
Our Geotechnical Department is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-driven Geologist with a minimum of 2+ years of experience to become part of our highly skilled geotechnical team. This exciting role offers the perfect mix of office-based project work and hands-on field experience, giving you the opportunity to work across a wide range of transmission and distribution network projects. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality geotechnical services to major power infrastructure clients while developing your expertise alongside experienced industry professionals.
What you will be doing:
- Geo-environmental desk studies for linear infrastructure projects (OHL, cables and pipelines).
- Site reconnaissance, geomorphological mapping and asset assessments.
- Ground investigation supervision including logging/sampling BS5930/EC7.
- Project management of small to medium sized projects under direction of Senior or Principal Geologist.
- Preparing ground models, producing analytical sections and engineering parameters.
- Geotechnical data analysis, processing and production of mapping.
- Office support – project planning, proposal and cost preparation and business development.
What we are looking for:
- Relevant Geosciences degree (i.e. Earth Sciences, Geology or Geotechnical Engineering).
- Proficient in soil/rock logging, sampling and site supervision.
- Good working knowledge of ArcGIS.
- Proficiency with geotechnical software (e.g. GeoFine, Slope/w, Pebble Geo).
Personal Qualities:
- Ability to work independently.
- Practical problem-solving abilities.
In return you will receive:
- Generous Salary.
- 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holiday.
- Pension.
- Learning & Development opportunities.
- Assistance and Wellbeing support.
Equal Opportunities: Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Geotechnical Engineer employer: Aureos
Aureos is an exceptional employer for Geotechnical Engineers, offering a dynamic work environment that blends technical expertise with collaborative teamwork in the power sector. With generous benefits including 25 days of holiday, a robust pension scheme, and ample learning and development opportunities, employees are supported in their professional growth while contributing to impactful projects. The inclusive culture at Aureos ensures that every team member is valued, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
