Geotechnical Engineer in Glasgow

Energy Jobline ZR; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Training & development

Chartership support

Career progression

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Glasgow is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy. You will work across infrastructure, development and environmental projects, performing geotechnical design, ground investigation planning and site-based work to develop technical experience across a varied portfolio.

You will liaise with civil, structural and environmental teams, prepare specifications and calculations, and contribute to project delivery from feasibility to detailed

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related subject.
• Previous geotechnical consultancy experience.
• Good understanding of UK ground conditions and relevant standards.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis and design.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures and earthworks.
• Ground investigation planning, supervision and interpretation.
• Geotechnical reporting and assessment of ground conditions.
• Slope stability and settlement analysis.
• Earthworks and remediation assessments.
• Site inspections and ground investigation supervision.
• Preparation of technical specifications and calculations.
• Liaising with civil, structural, environmental and other engineering disciplines.
• Supporting project delivery from feasibility through detailed design.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Report writing

Site supervision

Communication

Driving license

Education

Geotechnical/Civil/Engineering Geology degree

Tools

PLAXIS

GEO5

WALLAP

Job description

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer Glasgow £35,000 - £45,000 A leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Geotechnical Engineer to join their Glasgow team. You'll work across a range of infrastructure, development and environmental projects, collaborating with engineers and specialists across the wider business. The role will involve a mix of geotechnical design, ground investigation and site-based work, with the opportunity to develop your technical experience across a varied project portfolio.

The Role

• Geotechnical design for foundations, retaining structures and earthworks
• Ground investigation planning, supervision and interpretation
• Geotechnical reporting and assessment of ground conditions
• Slope stability and settlement analysis
• Earthworks and remediation assessments
• Site inspections and ground investigation supervision
• Preparation of technical specifications and calculations
• Liaising with civil, structural, environmental and other engineering disciplines
• Supporting the delivery of projects from feasibility through to detailed design

Requirements

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related subject
• Previous experience within a geotechnical consultancy or similar environment
• Good understanding of UK ground conditions and relevant standards
• Experience undertaking geotechnical analysis and design
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills
• Experience with software such as PLAXIS, GEO5, WALLAP or similar would be beneficial
• Full UK driving licence
• Chartered status or working towards Chartership would be advantageous, but applications are welcomed from engineers at different stages of their career.

What's on Offer

• £35,000 - £45,000 salary
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Professional development and training
• Support towards Chartership
• Exposure to multidisciplinary projects
• Varied technical and site-based work
• Clear career progression opportunities