At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead geotechnical design projects and mentor junior engineers in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong UK presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, hybrid work, private healthcare, and career progression.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for professional development and chartership support.
- Why this job: Work on high-profile projects and make a real impact in the engineering field.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and experience in design consultancy.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Location: Croydon
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000
Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be representing a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong presence across the UK. Due to continued growth and an increasing project workload, they are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to join their established Croydon team.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Annual performance bonus
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Private healthcare
- Company pension scheme
- Professional membership fees paid
- Chartership support and mentoring opportunities
- Excellent career progression prospects
The position of Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of high‑profile projects across the residential, commercial, infrastructure and energy sectors. You will play a key role in project delivery, technical leadership and client development while working alongside industry‑leading specialists in a collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline
- Chartered status (or working towards Chartership) with a relevant professional body
- Extensive experience within a geotechnical design consultancy environment
- Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design and earthworks engineering
- Experience using geotechnical design software and numerical modelling packages
- Proven ability to manage projects and mentor junior engineers
- Excellent report‑writing and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and experience liaising directly with clients
- Full UK driving licence, preferred
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the design of foundations, retaining structures, slopes and earthworks solutions
- Undertake complex geotechnical analysis and design calculations
- Review and interpret ground investigation data and geotechnical reports
- Prepare and review technical reports, specifications and design documentation
- Manage projects from initial feasibility studies through to detailed design and construction support
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to graduate and junior engineers
- Attend client meetings and develop strong professional relationships
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions
- Undertake site visits and provide technical support during construction phases
- Ensure compliance with relevant design standards, legislation and industry best practice
- Support business development activities, including tender preparation and project proposals
Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical Engineering, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
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Join a dynamic engineering consultancy in Wembley that prioritises employee growth and development. As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will benefit from structured training, exposure to diverse projects, and a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With clear pathways for professional advancement and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, this is an excellent opportunity for those eager to make a meaningful impact in the field of geotechnical engineering.
