Engineering Geologist in Glasgow)

Penguin Recruitment; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join their Glasgow team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects while conducting geotechnical and environmental investigations. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Geology or Engineering Geology, possess ground investigation experience, and have a full UK driving licence. Competitive salary and hybrid working options are available, with strong mentorship and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Internal training and development

Bonus scheme

Strong pension package

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in ground investigation is essential.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Must live within commuting distance of Glasgow.

Responsibilities

• Design and supervise ground investigations.
• Prepare interpretative reports based on Phase 1 desk studies.
• Undertake geotechnical risk assessments.
• Conduct soil and rock logging, sampling, and field testing.
• Liaise with clients and support project teams.
• Mentor junior staff as needed.

Skills

Ground investigation expertise

Geotechnical risk assessment

Client liaison

Report writing

Education

Degree in Geology or Engineering Geology

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Geologist

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000

A new opportunity has opened for an Engineering Geologist based in Glasgow.

You will be joining a respected multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy specialising in geotechnical and environmental engineering. The successful candidate will work across a variety of projects, undertaking both site-based investigations and office-based technical work.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Internal training and development
• Bonus scheme
• Strong pension package
• Hybrid working options
• Clear progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Design and supervise ground investigations
• Carry out Phase 1 desk studies and prepare interpretative reports
• Undertake geotechnical risk assessments
• Complete soil and rock logging, sampling, and field testing
• Support contaminated land assessmentsLiaise with clients and internal project teams
• Mentor junior staff where needed

You will also work closely with senior geotechnical and geo-environmental specialists, developing your expertise while contributing to high-quality project delivery.

To be considered for the Engineering Geologist role, you should:

• Hold a degree in Geology or Engineering Geology
• Have experience in ground investigation
• Live within a commutable distance of Glasgow
• Hold a full UK driving licence