Geotechnical Engineer - Hybrid Role, Path to Chartership

James Gray Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid working

Job summary

James Gray Recruitment is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer (2–5 years) to join a leading Scottish engineering consultancy in Glasgow. You will deliver site investigations, foundation design and ground engineering for infrastructure, residential and commercial projects.

The role blends technical design with site work, offering a pathway toward Chartered status (CGeol/ICE). Hybrid working (2–3 days in office/site, rest from home) and a competitive £35,000–£40,000 salary with benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or closely related field.
• 2–5 years of practical UK-based consultancy or contractor experience.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software (Oasys, Slope/W, gINT) and Eurocode 7.
• CSCS & CAT experience for site activities.
• Full UK driving licence required for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise ground investigations and logging to BS 5930 standards.
• Perform geotechnical designs including foundations, retaining walls and slope stability.
• Prepare interpretative geotechnical and geo-environmental reports, desk studies and risk assessments.
• Support projects with financial tracking, subcontractor coordination, and client liaison.
• Ensure site operations comply with health, safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Geotechnical software

Oasys

Slope/W

gINT

Eurocode 7

CSCS

CAT (Cable Avoidance Tool)

Driving Licence

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

Oasys

Slope/W

gINT

Job description

James Gray Recruitment is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer (2–5 years) to join a leading Scottish engineering consultancy in Glasgow. You will deliver site investigations, foundation design and ground engineering for infrastructure, residential and commercial projects.

The role blends technical design with site work, offering a pathway toward Chartered status (CGeol/ICE). Hybrid working (2–3 days in office/site, rest from home) and a competitive £35,000–£40,000 salary with benefits are provided.