Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Professional training

Varied projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Manchester are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. The role offers a hybrid pattern from a Manchester office, with a salary of £35,000–£45,000 plus benefits and strong career development opportunities.

You will undertake ground investigations, produce reports, carry out slope stability and bearing capacity assessments, and collaborate on infrastructure projects. Degree qualified in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering with UK experience is preferred and

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related subject.
• Experience within a geotechnical consultancy or ground engineering environment.
• Good understanding of geotechnical principles and UK ground conditions.
• Experience with geotechnical calculations and design software would be beneficial.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills.
• Working towards or interested in achieving Chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Undertake geotechnical assessments and interpret ground investigation data.
• Produce factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Carry out slope stability, bearing capacity and settlement assessments.
• Assist with foundation, retaining wall and earthworks design.
• Review ground investigation information and develop ground models.
• Support site investigations and liaise with contractors and clients.
• Work alongside engineers across wider civil and infrastructure projects.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Geotechnical calculations

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

Manchester

£35,000 – £45,000 + Benefits

A well-established engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Geotechnical Engineer to join their Manchester team. The role would suit an experienced Graduate or Geotechnical Engineer looking to develop their career across a varied range of ground engineering projects.

The Role:

• Undertake geotechnical assessments and interpret ground investigation data.
• Produce factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Carry out slope stability, bearing capacity and settlement assessments.
• Assist with foundation, retaining wall and earthworks design.
• Review ground investigation information and develop ground models.
• Support site investigations and liaise with contractors and clients.
• Work alongside engineers across wider civil and infrastructure projects.

The Candidate:

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related subject.
• Previous experience within a geotechnical consultancy or ground engineering environment.
• Good understanding of geotechnical principles and UK ground conditions.
• Experience with geotechnical calculations and design software would be beneficial.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills.
• Working towards or interested in achieving Chartered status.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working from a Manchester office.
• Technical training and professional development.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of infrastructure and development projects.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing technical team.