Assistant Geotechnical Engineer - Bristol

WSP Global Inc.; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Chartered status support

Thrive wellbeing & benefits

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Assistant Geotechnical Engineer/Assistant Engineering Geologist to join our Bristol team. You will produce reports, prepare ground models, analyse geotechnical structures and hazards, and support project delivery with client liaison and cross-disciplinary coordination.

You will contribute to sustainability and 3D data use while gaining hands-on site experience on UK projects. The role emphasizes development through our training framework and a path towards chartered status,

Qualifications

• Foundation in ground risk and site investigation.
• Strong grasp of soil mechanics and engineering principles.
• Ability to generate high quality reports and design deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Produce professional and technically competent reports and liaise with specialists and clients.
• Prepare ground models and design parameters.
• Analyze slopes, walls, foundations and other geotechnical structures or assess geological hazards.
• Support in project delivery including client liaison and coordination with other disciplines.
• Contribute to higher sustainability and use of 3D data in project delivery.
• Site based work supervising ground investigation and construction for UK projects.
• Utilise training framework for personal and team development.

Skills

Ground risk awareness

Soil mechanics

Report writing

Chartered pathway ambition

Job description

Assistant Geotechnical Engineer - Bristol

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

We are looking for Assistant Geotechnical Engineers or Assistant Engineering Geologists to join our existing team in Bristol.

A little more about your role…

• The production of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients,
• Preparing ground models and design parameters
• Analysis of slopes, walls, foundations, and other geotechnical structures or assessment of geological hazards
• Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison and co-ordinating with colleagues from other disciplines.
• Contributing to the implementation of higher sustainability and better use of 3D data in our project delivery.
• Site based work supervising ground investigation and construction for some of the UK’s most transformative projects across many different sectors.
• Using our newly developed training framework in the development of both yourself and your colleagues at all grades. We promote a culture of learning from each other through our collective experience.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A fundamental appreciation of ground risk and site investigation.
• A good grasp of basic soil mechanics and engineering principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to generate high quality reports and design deliverables.
• Ambition to progress towards chartered status

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

Job Info

• Job Identification 90382
• Posting Date 07/02/2026, 03:22 PM

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour", allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.