At a Glance
- Tasks: Support ground investigations and design solutions for exciting projects.
- Company: Established civil engineering consultancy with a focus on collaboration and team fit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and professional development support.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth and team events.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact in geotechnical engineering.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with 4-5 years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Keighley & Site Travel
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 D.O.E (plus benefits)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Sector: Civil Engineering - Geotechnical / Ground Engineering
About the Company
Our client is a well-established civil and geotechnical engineering consultancy delivering specialist ground engineering solutions across infrastructure, residential and commercial developments. They value cohesion, collaborative working and individuals who are as much a fit for the team as they are the job. The company plans a sustainable doubling of staff over the next 2 years, expanding their Leeds office offering. On top of a generous holiday allowance, the company regularly engages in team events and days/nights out, putting an importance on life outside of work as much as in it.
About the Role
As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will support the delivery of ground investigations, geotechnical assessments and foundation design solutions across a variety of projects. You'll be involved from site investigation review through to detailed design and reporting, working closely with civil and structural engineers to ensure safe and efficient foundation and earthworks solutions. This role offers a good balance of office-based technical work and site exposure, making it well suited to an engineer looking to build their experience across the full project lifecycle.
The key requirements for this Geotechnical Engineer role are:
- Interpret and review ground investigation reports
- Develop ground models and recommend appropriate foundation solutions
- Carry out geotechnical design including shallow and deep foundations
- Provide earthworks and retaining structure design input
- Produce technical reports, calculations and design documentation
- Liaise with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
- Support Junior/Graduate Geotechnical Engineers in their development
- Logging of Soil Samples & Analysing preliminary results
- Attend site visits to assess ground conditions and support construction
- Ensure compliance with relevant UK standards and design codes
Experience required for this Geotechnical Engineer role are:
- Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- 4-5 Years minimum working experience
- Experience working within a consultancy or contractor environment
- Good understanding of soil mechanics and foundation design principles
- Experience interpreting site investigation and laboratory data
- Confident written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Eurocodes and UK design standards
Desirable knowledge, skills and experience for this Geotechnical Engineer role are:
- Familiarity with geotechnical design software
- Methodical, Detailed and able to run a project from conception to handover
- Self Starter looking for long term growth in a growing business
- Experience supporting projects through construction stage
- Working towards Chartered status
Package and Benefits of the Geotechnical Engineer role:
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Pension scheme
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Professional development and chartership support
- Exposure to a broad range of infrastructure and development projects
How to apply for this Geotechnical Engineer role:
Apply via this job board for immediate consideration. Confidential conversations welcomed for more information. If you are interested in this Geotechnical Engineer position, then please apply via this job board.
Geotechnical Engineer in London employer: Navartis
Our client is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises both professional growth and personal well-being. With a commitment to doubling their staff in the next two years, they provide ample opportunities for career advancement while ensuring a healthy work-life balance through generous holiday allowances and engaging team events. Located in Keighley, this role as a Geotechnical Engineer not only allows you to work on diverse projects but also fosters a sense of community and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
