Geotechnical Engineer - Ground Investigation & Slope Analysis
Applefields School
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Job summary
Align Property Services is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Otley to deliver ground engineering solutions for high-profile projects across the North of England. The role offers hands-on site investigations, logging, and analysis with regular travel to Northallerton, one day a week.
The successful candidate will have a BSc in Geology or related field and an MSc in Engineering Geology/Geotechnical Engineering, with experience in site investigations and reporting.
Qualifications
- BSc in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related discipline.
- MSc in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or equivalent.
- Experience in engineering geology and/or geotechnical engineering.
- Experience planning, supervising, or undertaking ground investigations.
- Strong soil and rock logging skills and understanding of industry standards.
- Ability to interpret site investigation data and produce clear technical reports.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactive and collaborative approach to working with clients and teams.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
Responsibilities
- Plan, supervise, and deliver ground investigation projects across various sites.
- Log soil and rock samples per industry standards.
- Interpret geological and geotechnical data to support project delivery.
- Prepare high-quality ground investigation reports.
- Support geotechnical assessments and design activities.
- Carry out site inspections, monitoring, and field investigations.
- Assist with landslide and slope stability assessments.
- Collaborate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Contribute to technical proposals and project documents.
- Ensure health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
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Education
Job description
Align Property Services is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Otley to deliver ground engineering solutions for high-profile projects across the North of England. The role offers hands-on site investigations, logging, and analysis with regular travel to Northallerton, one day a week.
The successful candidate will have a BSc in Geology or related field and an MSc in Engineering Geology/Geotechnical Engineering, with experience in site investigations and reporting.
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