Geotechnical Design Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Norwich is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer to produce design solutions for various civil and environmental projects. The position offers responsibility for ground investigations and mentoring junior engineers, alongside opportunities for career advancement and hybrid working arrangements. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and relevant experience. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Internal training and development opportunities

Bonus scheme

Healthy pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in geotechnical design and ground investigation interpretation.
• Reside within a commutable distance to Norwich.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Produce geotechnical design solutions for civil, sustainability, and environmental projects.
• Contribute to ground investigation interpretation and technical reporting.
• Mentor junior engineers while developing your own skills.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Ground investigation interpretation

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Design Engineer

Location: Norwich

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Design Engineer to join a well‑established environmental and geotechnical consultancy in Norwich. You will have the chance to join a global multi‑disciplinary consultancy that is looking to expand their team of Geotechnical Engineers. This role offers exposure to a wide variety of projects, combining both office‑based design work and site‑based input, providing excellent opportunities to broaden your technical expertise.

As a Geotechnical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for producing geotechnical design solutions for a range of civil, sustainability and environmental projects, including foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and earthworks. You will work closely with project teams, contributing to ground investigation interpretation, technical reporting, and client liaison. The role also provides the chance to mentor junior engineers while developing your own skills alongside senior and principal engineers.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience in geotechnical design and ground investigation interpretation
• Reside within a commutable distance to NorwichFull UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Internal training and development opportunities
• Bonus scheme
• Healthy pension
• Hybrid working and clear career progression

If you are looking to join a Norwich‑based geotechnical specialist consultancy and advance your career, we want to hear from you. Please call 01792 957389 or email your CV to apply for the Geotechnical Design Engineer role in Norwich.