Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm in Milton Keynes is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with 3-5 years of experience. You will focus on geotechnical design for foundations and mining projects, working in a collaborative environment. The role offers mentorship, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth. A hybrid working arrangement is available, requiring 3 days per week in the office.

Benefits

Mentorship from senior professionals

Active support towards Chartership

Competitive salary

Employee ownership opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of strong geotechnical design experience.
• Experience in mining or tailings projects is desirable but not essential.
• Working towards chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical design for foundations and retaining walls.
• Working on mining and tailings-related geotechnical projects.
• Collaborating on complex geotechnical challenges.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Numerical analysis

Geotechnical engineering principles

Various geotechnical software

Education

Civil Engineering degree or Geotechnical Engineering degree

Master's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

Geotechnical Engineer Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer with a solid foundation in numerical analysis and detailed design, to be developed further. The projects on offer are unique within the UK market and provide the opportunity for global travel as you work on large infrastructure projects in the form of tailings dams and overseas mining works. This multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm specialises in geotechnical investigations, geotechnical engineering, and environmental sciences. Part of a global group with 60 years of heritage, this is a fully employee-owned company that fosters a culture of shared success and accountability. They design, develop and implement innovative, practical and cost-effective site investigations, geotechnical engineering and environmental solutions.

The Milton Keynes office combines the close-knit culture of a small team with the expertise and resources of a globally connected group of PhD-level engineers and multidisciplinary professionals.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical design for foundations, ground improvement, earthworks, slope stability, retaining walls, and pile design
• Working on mining and tailings-related projects with focus on geotechnical design solutions
• Collaborating with the experienced team on complex geotechnical challenges

Essential Requirements

• Civil Engineering degree with Geotechnical Engineering specialisation, or Geotechnical Engineering degree with a design background
• 3-5 years of strong geotechnical design experience
• Solid understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and design methodologies
• Experience with various geotechnical software packages
• UK citizenship or Indefinite Leave to Remain (visa sponsorship not available)
• Master's degree in relevant discipline
• Experience in mining or tailings projects (desirable but not essential)
• Working towards chartered status

What’s on Offer

• Professional Development: Mentorship from experienced senior professionals and PhD-level engineers
• Active support towards Chartership and professional development
• Opportunity for technical leadership and future shareholding in this employee-owned business
• Investment in continuous learning and career progression
• Work Environment: Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days per week in the office
• Modern office located just 5 minutes' walk from Milton Keynes Central station
• Primarily office-based role with occasional field work
• Small, collaborative team environment with access to global expertise
• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with a comprehensive benefits package
• Employee ownership opportunities

If you're looking for a unique opportunity to work on tailings dams and mines across the world, please get in touch with Alex at Calibre Search Manchester. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their race, religion, beliefs, or sexual orientation. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.