Geotechnical Design Engineer – Foundations (Nottingham)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with 3-5 years of design experience to contribute to a range of geotechnical and civil projects. The role emphasizes design assessments and practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.

Responsibilities include performing geotechnical design and calculations, interpreting ground investigations, and preparing technical documentation for delivery across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of design experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience in geotechnical design, engineering calculations and technical report writing.
• Good understanding of ground investigation data and soil mechanics.
• Familiarity with British Standards and Eurocodes in geotechnical design.
• Experience with geotechnical design software.

Responsibilities

• Undertake geotechnical design and calculations for foundations, retaining structures, slopes and earthworks.
• Review and interpret ground investigation reports, factual data and geotechnical parameters.
• Prepare geotechnical design reports, calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
• Carry out slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement and foundation assessments.
• Apply relevant design standards, codes and project specifications.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary design teams, clients and contractors to deliver effective engineering solutions.
• Provide technical support during design development and, where required, construction.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Engineering calculations

Report writing

Soil mechanics

British Standards

Geotechnical software

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Eng degree

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with 3-5 years of design experience to contribute to a range of geotechnical and civil projects. The role emphasizes design assessments and practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.

Responsibilities include performing geotechnical design and calculations, interpreting ground investigations, and preparing technical documentation for delivery across multidisciplinary teams.