Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Full chartership support

Professional Memberships

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced pension scheme

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment in Exeter seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing team on a permanent basis. You will interpret ground investigation data, help deliver geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures and earthworks, and liaise with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.

You will gain hands-on project experience, with strong career progression and support from experienced professionals. Flexible and hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Geotechnical Engineer or in a related field.
• Background in ground investigation.
• Live within a commutable distance of Exeter.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or similar.
• Full right to work in the UK permanently.

Responsibilities

• Interpret ground investigation data and produce clear, concise reports.
• Undertake geotechnical design including foundations, retaining structures, and earthworks.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support site activities and ensure technical quality.
• Contribute to innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Ground investigation

Report writing

Project coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Geology degree

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Exeter

Permanent Opportunity

£30,000 to £36,000 per Annum

We are looking for a talented Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing and collaborative engineering team based in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer with experience in either ground investigation or geotechnical to work on a wide variety of projects across the UK.

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering practical, high-quality engineering solutions. The role in Exeter offers strong career progression, hands-on project involvement, and support from experienced professionals.

Key responsibilities:

• Interpret ground investigation data and produce clear, concise reports
• Undertake geotechnical design including foundations, retaining structures, and earthworks
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
• Support site activities and ensure technical quality
• Contribute to innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions

About you:

• Experience as a Geotechnical Engineer or in a related field
• Background in ground investigation
• Live within a commutable distance of Exeter
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or similar
• Full right to work in the UK permanently

Company Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Hybrid working
• Full chartership support
• Professional Memberships
• Generous holiday allowance
• Enhanced pension scheme

This Geotechnical Engineer position in Exeter is ideal for someone looking to develop their expertise within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You will gain exposure to diverse projects while building a long-term career as a Geotechnical Engineer.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position