Geotechnical Engineer – Field Specialist, UK

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension plan

Group life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its London team. The role involves planning and executing field investigations, monitoring earthwork construction, and preparing logs and reports for large-scale projects across the UK.

You will analyze geotechnical problems, contribute to reports, and support project delivery with the Technical Directors and Associates. A strong field orientation and UK GI knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (required).
• 3+ years of work-related experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and GI practices.
• Wide range of geotechnical engineering/engineering geology skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to spend majority of time in the field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples and data.
• Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities and ensure conformance with plans.
• Identify and implement field/lab solutions to problems.
• Prepare logs, field forms, and chain of custody records.
• Prepare and review technical reports and design documents.
• Support Directors in project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Attend meetings and contribute ideas; assist in fee bids/proposals.
• Document issues with a supervisor and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field investigations

UK ground conditions

Communication

Autonomy

Driving

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master's preferred

Job description

Langan is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its London team. The role involves planning and executing field investigations, monitoring earthwork construction, and preparing logs and reports for large-scale projects across the UK.

You will analyze geotechnical problems, contribute to reports, and support project delivery with the Technical Directors and Associates. A strong field orientation and UK GI knowledge are essential.