At a Glance
- Tasks: Design geotechnical solutions and manage projects while collaborating with clients and teams.
- Company: Join a growing consultancy that values honesty, curiosity, and ambition.
- Benefits: Flexible working, career growth opportunities, and direct exposure to company Directors.
- Other info: Applications reviewed by Directors; inclusive workplace welcoming all qualified candidates.
- Why this job: Be part of a small team tackling diverse and challenging engineering projects.
- Qualifications: Chartered Engineer or Geologist with 4+ years in UK geotechnical design.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
Geotechnical Engineer/Senior/Associate Role
Location
Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Min. 2+ days per week in office in Harrogate.
Who are we?
We're a new growing consultancy and need a design engineer to be able to help us to deliver high quality geotechnical design for our Clients.
We want to find the right fit for our team to continue to grow the business.
We’re a small team who enjoy solving engineering problems and working collaboratively.
We value honesty, curiosity and ambition.
A role with North Geotechnics offers you
- A position in a small, technical consultancy.
- Diverse and technically challenging projects.
- Exposure to Clients
- Opportunity to grow your career with the business and shape the future of North Geotechnics
- The opportunity to work directly with Directors.
- Technical training and support as required.
- Flexible and hybrid working. Part-time candidates are happily considered. 2+ days per week expected in Harrogate office.
- Who we're looking for
Personality and aspirations
- Strong technical capabilities
- Able to work within a small team
- Keen for more responsibility and take ownership
- Someone who is interested in playing a key role in growing a business
Technical background
- Chartered Engineer or Geologist (or very close) with relevant degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology
- At least four years' experience in a UK geotechnical design office
- Strong understanding of UK practice and Eurocodes.
- Design experience of as many of the following (we’re not expecting all):
- Retaining wall design.
- Reinforced soil structures.
- Slope stability analysis.
- Automation and coding.
- Using geotechnical software (Oasys suite / Rocscience Slide 2 / WALLAP / PLAXIS or other numerical modelling software).
- QGIS or GIS software.
- What you'll be doing
Typical responsibilities include
- Designing foundations, retaining walls and reinforced soil structures.
- Working closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary external design teams to develop geotechnical solutions.
- Carrying out slope stability and earthworks assessments.
- Interpreting ground investigation data and developing ground models.
- Producing technically sound design reports.
- Visiting sites.
- Managing projects.
- Supporting and mentoring junior engineers as the company grows.
- We can assure you that applications will be reviewed by company Directors (not AI)
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Please note
Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, North Geotechnics is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
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Geotechnical Engineer / Senior / Associate in Harrogate employer: North Geotechnics
North Geotechnics is an excellent employer for those seeking a meaningful career in geotechnical engineering. Located in the vibrant town of Harrogate, our small yet dynamic team fosters a collaborative work culture that values honesty, curiosity, and ambition. We offer diverse projects, flexible working arrangements, and significant opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to shape your career while directly contributing to the success of our consultancy.
