Geotechnical Engineer

Carrington West; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a flexible and practical engineer to join their growing team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects ranging from domestic and commercial structures to highways and bridges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Geotechnical Engineering, with the ability to design and inspect structures while providing guidance to junior staff. With support from experienced Directors and Principal Engineers, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that encourages personal and professional growth. If you are proactive and eager to make a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Health Insurance

25 Days Annual Leave

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Experience in designing geotechnical structures.

Responsibilities

• Design geotechnical structures in temporary and permanent cases.
• Conduct inspections and prepare reports on geotechnical structures.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Software

Project Management

Inspection and Surveying

Education

BSc in Engineering

BEng in Engineering

MEng in Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

My client is currently experiencing strong growth with exciting opportunities and is looking for a flexible, practical engineer who can grow with the company to achieve the goals of the business alongside their personal ambitions.

The position requires a BSc, BEng, or MEng in Engineering with previous experience in Geotechnical Engineering. Ideally, the candidate would be keen to diversify and encompass the scope of their project remits, which cover domestic and commercial structures, highways/rail, bridges, and temporary works in both the public and private sectors. The candidate should be conversant with engineering software. You will be supported and supervised by the Directors and Principal Engineers within the office and work closely with other offices. The ideal candidate should be proactive, dynamic, intuitive, and able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team and interact comfortably with staff members.

The role will include but is not limited to:

1. Design of geotechnical structures in both temporary and permanent cases
2. Design of civil and structural schemes and providing input into schemes designed by other disciplines
3. Review and check schemes prepared by others
4. Carrying out inspections and surveys of geotechnical structures and preparing reports
5. Undertaking feasibility and option studies
6. Working with cognisance to project programmes
7. Providing guidance and training to junior staff where applicable

To be considered for this role, candidates should have:

• A relevant engineering degree
• Previous experience
• A full UK driving licence; own transport is useful but not essential
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK and a high standard of written English

Salary

Remuneration will be commensurate with background and experience, aligned with current industry rates. The package includes a pension scheme, health insurance, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and a cycle-to-work scheme.