Geotechnical Design Engineer

Matchtech Group; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible arrangements

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer to support major rail and infrastructure projects across the UK. You will work within an established geotechnical team responsible for ground investigation planning, geotechnical analysis, foundation design, earthworks, and technical reporting.

This role provides exposure to technically challenging schemes and opportunities to progress toward senior or chartered status while contributing to nationally significant infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience delivering geotechnical design in consultancy or contractor environments.
• Proficiency with geotechnical design software (PLAXIS, Slope/W, Wallap, Oasys).
• Strong understanding of UK geotechnical standards, ground modelling and design methodologies.
• Experience on rail or energy infrastructure is advantageous.
• Strong technical writing skills for design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical design for rail and energy projects (foundations, earthworks, retaining structures).
• Prepare geotechnical calculations, design reports and certificates.
• Support ground investigation scoping, supervision and reporting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geotechnical solutions in designs.
• Ensure compliance with Eurocode 7, NR standards, CDM regulations and internal QA processes.
• Provide input during feasibility, optioneering and value engineering stages.
• Engage with clients, contractors and stakeholders to support project delivery.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Technical reporting

Ground modelling

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Geotechnical Engineering degree

Civil Engineering degree

Engineering Geology degree

Tools

PLAXIS

Slope/W

Wallap

Oasys

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer to support the delivery of major rail and infrastructure projects across the UK. This role offers exposure to technically challenging schemes including potentially in multiple sectors of UK infrastructure.
You'll join an established geotechnical team responsible for ground investigation planning, geotechnical analysis, foundation and retaining structure design, earthworks assessments, and technical reporting. The position is ideal for engineers looking to deepen their technical expertise and progress toward senior or chartered status while working on nationally significant infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical design for rail and energy projects, including foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, slopes, and ground improvement solutions.
• Prepare geotechnical calculations, design reports, risk assessments, and design certificates.
• Support ground investigation scoping, supervision, interpretation, and production of factual and interpretive reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, electrical) to integrate geotechnical solutions into wider project designs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards including Eurocode 7, Network Rail standards, CDM regulations, and internal quality processes.
• Provide technical input during feasibility, optioneering, and value engineering stages.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to support project delivery and resolve technical queries.

Required Experience & Skills

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering geotechnical design within consultancy or contractor environments.
• Proficiency with geotechnical design software such as PLAXIS, Slope/W, Wallap, Oasys, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of UK geotechnical standards, ground modelling, and design methodologies.
• Experience working on rail, substations, BESS or other energy infrastructure is highly advantageous.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to produce clear, concise design documentation.

What's on Offer

• Structured progression pathways toward Senior/Principal level and full chartership support (ICE/GeolSoc).
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile national rail and energy programmes.
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements.
• A collaborative, technically strong team with a focus on innovation and sustainable design.