Geotechnical Engineer
Penguin Recruitment
Glasgow
£35,000 - £45,000
A leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Geotechnical Engineer to join their Glasgow team. You'll work across a range of infrastructure, development and environmental projects, collaborating with engineers and specialists across the wider business.
The role will involve a mix of geotechnical design, ground investigation and site-based work, with the opportunity to develop your technical experience across a varied project portfolio.
The Role
- Geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures and earthworks
- Ground investigation planning, supervision and interpretation
- Geotechnical reporting and assessment of ground conditions
- Slope stability and settlement analysis
- Earthworks and remediation assessments
- Site inspections and ground investigation supervision
- Preparation of technical specifications and calculations
- Liaising with civil, structural, environmental and other engineering disciplines
- Supporting the delivery of projects from feasibility through to detailed design
Requirements
- Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related subject
- Previous experience within a geotechnical consultancy or similar environment
- Good understanding of UK ground conditions and relevant standards
- Experience undertaking geotechnical analysis and design
- Strong technical report writing and communication skills
- Experience with software such as PLAXIS, GEO5, WALLAP or similar would be beneficial
- Full UK driving licence
Chartered status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous, but applications are welcomed from engineers at different stages of their career.
What's on Offer
- £35,000 - £45,000 salary
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Professional development and training
- Support towards Chartership
- Exposure to multidisciplinary projects
- Varied technical and site-based work
- Clear career progression opportunities
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.