Geotechnical Deisgn Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction contractor in Liverpool is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer to lead and support ground engineering design for complex construction and remediation projects. The role involves leading geotechnical design, interpreting reports, and supervising investigations while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and experience in geotechnical design. Competitive salary and benefits including training opportunities offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Internal training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology with relevant industry experience.
• Experience delivering geotechnical design.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Commutable distance to the Liverpool office.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design and analysis for construction and remediation projects.
• Provide technical approval and buildable solutions.
• Prepare phase 1 reports and interpretative reporting.
• Supervise ground investigations and design retaining walls and foundations.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Ground investigation supervision

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology

Job description

Geotechnical Design Engineer | Liverpool | £35,000+

Are you a Geotechnical Design Engineer looking for an exciting new opportunity within a construction-led organisation delivering large scale remediation and infrastructure projects? A well-established construction contractor in Liverpool is looking to assign a Geotechnical Design Engineer to support and lead ground engineering design across complex sites. In this role, you will lead geotechnical design and analysis for construction and remediation projects, providing technical approval and practical, buildable solutions. Responsibilities include phase 1 reports, interpretative reporting, ground investigation supervision, slope stability, retaining wall design, pile design and foundation design. You will report to the Principal Civil Engineer and help mentor junior Engineers. If you want to join an established company who are rapidly expanding their Geotechnical department, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology with relevant industry experience
• Experience delivering geotechnical design
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Commutable distance to the Liverpool office

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Internal training and professional development opportunities

Job Title: Geotechnical Design Engineer
Company: Penguin Recruitment
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Posted: Jan 21st 2026

To apply, please send your CV to or call (phone number removed).