Geotechnical Engineer in Exeter)

Penguin Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Exeter to work on diverse projects including soil sampling, risk assessments, and phase 1 reports. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering, has relevant experience, and is committed to mentoring Graduates. This role offers a clear progression path and internal training opportunities.

Benefits

Clear progression path

Internal training opportunities

Bonus scheme

Paid overtime

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Geology/Geotechnical Engineering/Geoscience.
• Live within a commutable distance from the Exeter office.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Full working rights to work in the UK.
• 1 year's experience within ground investigation or relevant background.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range and scale of projects.
• Perform soil sampling and risk assessments.
• Write phase 1 factual reports.
• Conduct geotechnical site investigations.
• Mentor and train Graduates on site work.

Skills

Phase 1 factual report writing skills

Soil sampling

Risk assessments

Geotechnical site investigation

Slope stability assessments

Education

Degree in Geology/Geotechnical Engineering/Geoscience

Job description

Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Exeter

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking for a new opportunity?

Are you looking for a role that provides a clear career path in Geotechnical Engineering?

Overview

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Geotechnical Engineer in Exeter. You will have the chance to work on a wide range of responsibilities alongside highly skilled Geotechnical Engineers.

Company Benefits

• Clear progression path
• Internal training opportunities
• Bonus scheme
• Paid overtime
• Competitive salary

Job Responsibilities

The successful Geotechnical Engineer will have the exciting opportunity to work on a wide range and scale of projects. These projects will range from former gas works to mining investigation and infrastructure.

The role of the Geotechnical Engineer will involve the following responsibilities: soil sampling, risk assessments, phase 1 reports, phase 2 interpretative reports, geotechnical site investigation, slope stability assessments. You will be trained up by talented Senior Engineering Geologists and working alongside Graduates. You will have the chance to mentor and train Graduates on site work.

Essential Criteria

• Hold a degree in Geology/Geotechnical Engineering/Geoscience
• Live within a commutable distance from the Exeter office
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Full working rights to work in the UK
• Phase 1 factual report writing skills
• 1 years' experience within ground investigation or relevant background

Please apply for the role of the Geotechnical Engineer if you meet the essential criteria.