Geotechnical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Cranbrook; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Kent. This full-time, permanent role involves managing and delivering geo-environmental and geotechnical projects, overseeing ground investigations, and ensuring effective communication with clients and subcontractors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in civil or geotechnical engineering, with a focus on project management and technical support. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a flexible benefits program, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefits Programme

Training by Senior Team Members

Option to Buy Additional Holidays

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Registered with a professional body working towards Chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage geo-environmental and geotechnical ground investigations.
• Provide technical support and control project costs.

Skills

Project Management

Geotechnical Analysis

Soil Logging

Communication

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Further degree in Engineering Geology

Job description

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Leap Environmental an RSK Group company are recruiting for a Geotechnical Engineer to join the team based in Kent/Goudhurst, UK. This is a full-time, permanent position.

As an Experienced Engineer you will be expected to support in the delivery of geo-environmental and geotechnical projects and will therefore be able to demonstrate technical, commercial and project management capabilities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for helping organize, manage, supervise and undertake ground Investigations including financial management and directing junior staff in the field. Good communication is required to inform/liaise with subcontractors and to keep the client appraised of findings and progress.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and managing a variety of geo-environmental and geotechnical ground investigation and interpretative projects for both external clients and for other teams within RSK
• Providing technical support at all stages of assigned projects and controlling project costs
• Overseeing ground investigations
• Soil and occasional rock logging to current geotechnical standards, including laboratory scheduling
• Geotechnical analysis and design

Qualifications and Experience:

• BEng or BSc or equivalent in Civil, Geology or Geotechnical Engineering or similar
• Typically a further degree in Engineering Geology, Geotechnics or Environmental Science or equivalent would be desirable
• Registered with a suitable professional body and working towards Chartered status with a relevant institution (e.g. Geol Soc/CIWEM/ICE)
• Typically requires around 5 years specific relevant experience
• A good understanding of geology, ground investigation works, engineering geology and geotechnical and geo-environmental engineering

Salary and Benefits:

• Commensurate with experience
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Blended working by arrangement
• Training by senior team members to enable progression
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays