Geotechnical Design Engineer

Aldwych Consulting; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Brighton is seeking a skilled Geotechnical Design Engineer to lead design projects on major civil engineering works. You will produce detailed designs, collaborate with clients and oversee assessments while mentoring junior engineers. Required qualifications include a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering and experience with design software. Diversity and equality are valued within the company.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer required.
• Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
• Familiarity with NEC and JCT contracts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Producing and checking detailed civil and structural designs.
• Overseeing ground assessments and temporary works proposals.
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams.
• Managing documentation to meet standards.

Skills

Leadership

Design skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Civils 3D

BIM workflows

Job description

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We're looking for a skilled and motivated Geotechnical Design Engineer to lead the development of both temporary and permanent works on major civil engineering projects. This role offers a great mix of hands-on design, technical leadership, and team collaboration.

You'll work across tenders and live projects, producing practical and innovative solutions involving shoring, foundations, ground stability, and structural systems. You'll also play a key part in reviewing designs, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring quality, safety, and compliance.

What you'll be doing:

Producing and checking detailed civil and structural designs

Overseeing ground assessments and temporary works proposals

Collaborating with clients, consultants, and internal teams

Managing documentation to meet CDM, QHSE, and ISO standards

What we're looking for:

Chartered Engineer

A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams

Familiarity with NEC and JCT contracts

Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, Civils 3D, and BIM workflows

If you're ready to lead design on meaningful infrastructure schemes, get in touch ASAP.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.