Geotechnical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading specialist consultancy as a Geotechnical Design Engineer, where you’ll deliver innovative solutions for complex urban infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You’ll lead technical analyses, mentor junior engineers, and enjoy a clear pathway to Chartership. With a supportive culture and flexible hybrid working arrangements, this is an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about geotechnical design and eager to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Direct mentorship from industry leaders

Clear progression pathway towards Chartership

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and soil/structure interaction.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software tools and numerical modelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop ground models and design geotechnical structures for various projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical analyses.

Skills

Soil Mechanics

Foundation Design

Slope Stability

Geotechnical Testing

Analytical Skills

Project Leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Chartership (or pathway to it)

Tools

Plaxis 2D/3D

AutoCAD

Oasys Pile

Rocscience Slide

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Geotechnical Design Engineer – Specialist Consultancy (Mid–Senior Level)

Are you passionate about delivering innovative geotechnical solutions for complex urban environments? A leading specialist consultancy-renowned for award-winning work and technical excellence is seeking a talented Geotechnical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Location: London, UK

Type: Full-time, Hybrid working

About the Role

As a Geotechnical Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and delivery of challenging infrastructure projects. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, lead technical analysis and design, and mentor junior engineers. The consultancy values both technical depth and practical site experience, offering direct mentorship and a clear pathway to Chartership if not already achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop ground models and determine geotechnical parameters for a range of projects.
• Design geotechnical structures including piles, foundations, retaining walls, ground anchors, soil nails, and reinforced soil slopes and walls.
• Conduct ground movement assessments and settlement analysis.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver successful outcomes.
• Oversee and mentor a team of geotechnical engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Specify and interpret geotechnical investigations, including in situ and laboratory testing.
• Produce high-quality technical reports, drawings, and models using advanced software tools.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and soil/structure interaction.
• In-depth knowledge of deep and shallow foundation design, slope stability, and retaining structures.
• Proficiency in software tools such as Plaxis 2d/3d, Oasys Pile, Alp, PDisp, AdSec, ADC, Rocscience Slide, WALLAP, AutoCAD, and Excel. Experience with numerical modelling software is desirable.
• Familiarity with Eurocodes and British Standards (e.g., BS EN 1997, BS8002, BS8004, BS8006, BS8081).
• Thorough understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical testing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive, inquisitive approach to technical challenges.
• Experience in project leadership is highly valued.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on technically complex, high-profile urban projects.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture with direct mentorship from industry leaders.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Clear progression pathway towards Chartership and senior leadership roles.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for engineers with a background in geotechnical design, particularly those experienced in foundations, retaining structures, slopes, and temporary works. If you thrive in a technically challenging environment and are eager to advance your career with a forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.