Geotechnical Design Engineer - Rail

Carrington West; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Design Engineer for a contract position based in Doncaster, with potential in Manchester. You will engage in geotechnical design tasks and collaborate with various teams on rail infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and over 4 years of relevant experience. Competitive daily rates of £350-£400 are offered, subject to IR35 assessment.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of post-graduate experience in geotechnical or civil design.
• Experience with foundation design, piling, and retaining structures.
• Familiarity with rail infrastructure or major civil projects.

Responsibilities

• Undertake geotechnical design work including foundation design and slope stability assessments.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver fully integrated design solutions.
• Support the preparation of design submissions and technical documentation.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Foundation design

Piling design

Slope stability assessments

GEO5 software

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

GEO5

Job description

Overview

Are you a geotechnical design engineer with experience of working on rail infrastructure projects? Are you looking for a new contract position?

Location: Doncaster (3 days in office, 2 from home) - potential to be based in Manchester as well

Rate: £350-£400 day (subject to IR35 assessment)

Contract: Initial 6 months with likely extensions

Responsibilities

• Undertake geotechnical design work including foundation design, piling design, retaining structures, and slope stability assessments.
• Use GEO5 and other industry-standard software to produce design calculations and technical reports.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, and project teams to deliver fully integrated design solutions.
• Support the preparation of design submissions, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and provide geotechnical input to multidisciplinary meetings.
• Contribute to project planning, cost estimation, and risk assessments related to ground engineering.

About You

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering (MSc preferred but not essential).
• At least 4 years of post-graduate experience in geotechnical or civil design.
• Experience with foundation design, piling, and retaining structures.
• Proficiency in GEO5 (or similar geotechnical software).
• Familiarity with rail infrastructure or major civil projects (not essential if geotechnical expertise is strong).
• Experience producing design deliverables to industry standards (e.g. Eurocodes, BS codes).