Geotechnical Design Engineer

Card Geotechnics Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geotechnical engineering is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer in London. The role involves designing complex structures, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering high-profile urban infrastructure projects. With a focus on technical depth and practical experience, this position offers growth towards chartered status and competitive compensation in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Supportive team culture

Direct mentorship from industry leaders

Clear progression pathway towards Chartership

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Background in geotechnical design, particularly in foundations and retaining structures.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations and soil mechanics.
• Desire to achieve Chartership status.

Responsibilities

• Develop ground models and design geotechnical structures.
• Conduct ground movement assessments and analyses.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Proficiency in software tools

Tools

Plaxis 2d/3d

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

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. We value 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.
• 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.

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