Geotechnical Engineer

Ceto Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global Offshore Energy EPC company seeks an Offshore Geotechnical Engineer for a long-term contract in Kingston upon Thames. The role entails planning and executing geotechnical investigations for offshore structures, interpreting soil data, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a degree in Geotechnical Engineering and proven offshore experience, particularly in pile foundations design. This opportunity offers the chance to work on cutting-edge offshore projects with a world-class energy contractor.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in offshore geotechnical roles with pile foundations design and installation activities.
• Strong technical skills including shallow foundations, pile installation, CPT interpretation, soil‑structure interaction and geotechnical data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Plan offshore site investigations defining scopes of work and selecting testing methods.
• Analyse soil data to interpret results and derive geotechnical parameters.
• Prepare technical reports and interpret geotechnical findings.
• Support foundation design providing input for piles and shallow foundations.
• Perform pile analysis, calculate capacities and assess installation feasibility.

Skills

Offshore geotechnical experience

Pile foundations design

Finite Element Analysis software proficiency

Soil data interpretation

CPT interpretation

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

ABAQUS

Job description

Contract Details

• Long-term contract (12+ months)
• Full-time, Outside IR35
• Location: South West London office / Hybrid working
• Start date: ASAP
• Rate: Negotiable depending on experience

Offshore Geotechnical Engineer - Long Term Contract Opportunity

Ceto Talent is recruiting on behalf of a leading global Offshore Energy EPC company, specialising in the installation of offshore structures and pipelines.

We are seeking an experienced Offshore Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Kingston upon Thames on a long-term contract basis (12+ months). This Geotechnical Engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge offshore projects, providing critical geotechnical expertise throughout the project lifecycle.

About the Role

As an Offshore Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and interpreting geotechnical investigations to support the design and installation of offshore structures, including wind turbine foundations, oil & gas platforms, subsea pipelines, and seabed installations. This Geotechnical Engineer position involves soil interpretation, data analysis, and foundation design/installation recommendations while ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan offshore site investigations by defining scopes of work and selecting appropriate sampling/testing methods (e.g., CPT, boreholes)
• Analyse soil data to interpret lab results and derive geotechnical parameters like shear strength and stiffness
• Prepare technical reports, compile Geotechnical Interpretive Reports (GIRs) and Foundation Design Reports (FDRs)
• Support foundation design by providing input for piles, suction caissons and shallow foundations
• Perform pile analysis, calculate axial/lateral capacities and assess installation feasibility
• Assist engineering phases, contribute to FEED and detailed design stages with geotechnical expertise
• Ensure standards compliance following ISO, API, DNV codes and client specifications
• Manage geotechnical risks, participate in HAZID/HAZOP and review third‑party deliverables
• Uphold safety & quality, align with HSEQ policies and maintain personal and team safety
• Coordinate and collaborate with engineering teams and report findings to stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in offshore geotechnical roles with pile foundations design and installation activities
• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering or similar discipline
• Strong technical skills including shallow foundations, pile installation, CPT interpretation, soil‑structure interaction and geotechnical data interpretation
• Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis software (PLAXIS or ABAQUS)

If you're a skilled Offshore Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next challenge with a world‑class offshore energy contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Jasmine White at Ceto Talent