Geotechnical Engineer

Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Company pension

Car allowance/Company vehicle

25 days leave + bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Long-term career development

Growing project pipeline

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Doncaster design team. You will deliver geotechnical and foundation engineering solutions for piling and ground support projects across the UK, reporting to Senior/Principal Engineer.

The role offers a clear career path within a specialist contractor, with a strong project pipeline, discretionary bonus, pension, and wide-ranging opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• A Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree is required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in geotechnical, foundation or structural engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills needed.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive attitude demanded.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Design piled foundations including CFA, driven, bottom-driven and top-driven piles.
• Design of pile caps and ground beams and retaining structures.
• Interpret ground investigation data and geotechnical reports.
• Prepare calculations, design reports and technical documentation.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with Eurocodes, BS standards and guidance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

CFA piling design

Job description

We are a well-established specialist ground engineering and piling contractor delivering a wide range of foundation solutions across the UK. Due to continued growth and the recent departure of a senior team member, we are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our design team based in Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career within a specialist contractor environment, working on a variety of foundation and retaining structure projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior/Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and technical delivery of geotechnical and foundation engineering solutions. The role will involve producing safe, cost-effective and practical designs for piling and ground engineering projects across the UK.

You will work closely with estimating, operations and commercial teams to ensure designs are delivered efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of piled foundation solutions including:
• CFA (Continuous Flight Auger) piles
• Driven piles
• Bottom-driven piles
• Top-driven piles
• Design of pile caps and ground beams
• Design and assessment of retaining wall structures
• Interpretation of ground investigation reports and geotechnical data
• Production of detailed calculations, design reports and technical documentation
• Liaison with clients, consultants and internal project teams
• Providing technical support throughout project delivery
• Ensuring compliance with relevant Eurocodes, British Standards and industry guidance

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience within geotechnical, structural or foundation engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Positive, proactive and collaborative attitude
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

Desirable

• Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience within the piling, foundations or ground engineering sector
• Knowledge of CFA and driven piling design
• Experience designing retaining structures and ground beams
• Chartered status or working towards chartership

We Would Consider

• Experienced Geotechnical Engineers seeking a move into a specialist contractor environment
• Structural Engineers with a strong design background looking to transition into foundation and ground engineering
• Candidates from consultancy or contractor backgrounds

Package

• Salary: £45,000 - £58,000 depending on experience
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Potential car allowance/company vehicle (subject to experience and package agreement)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 7 days reserved for Christmas shutdown
• 15 days to be taken throughout the year
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Stable and growing business with strong project pipeline