Geotechnical Engineer ( Mid To Senior Level)

Arup; Ledston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

Arup is seeking Geotechnical Engineers to join the Ground Engineering team in the North of the UK. You will deliver geotechnical work across markets, contributing from early site investigation through to design and construction, and liaising with design and construction partners to ensure robust solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, client focus, and technical delivery while offering opportunities for growth within an inclusive, forward‑looking environment.

Qualifications

• Geotechnical design experience for foundations, earthworks, slopes and buried structures.
• Desktop studies, planning and interpretation of ground investigations and laboratory tests.
• Ability to develop ground models from field and lab data.
• Experience with OpenGround, Leapfrog; PLAXIS desirable.
• Collaborative and adaptable with strong communication skills.
• Able to coordinate work packages across multiple projects and locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical engineering work for projects spanning energy, water, transport and built environment.
• Lead from early site investigation through to design and construction support.
• Serve as focal point between design and construction partners to resolve issues.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Ground data interpretation

Team collaboration

Client relationships

Project coordination

Education

Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology degree

Tools

OpenGround

Leapfrog

PLAXIS

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Our geotechnical engineers play a vital role in turning complex ground conditions into safe, sustainable and buildable solutions across a wide range of sectors.

Our Ground Engineering team in the North of the UK supports projects across energy, water, transport and the built environment. From early ground investigation and site characterisation through to design and construction support, our teams combine technical excellence with collaborative problem‑solving to deliver resilient outcomes for clients and communities.

At Arup, you will be part of an inclusive and supportive environment where knowledge is shared, curiosity is encouraged and individuals are supported to grow their careers while contributing to work that makes a positive difference.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for Geotechnical Engineers to join our established and growing ground engineering team in the north of the UK, which supports our offices in Belfast, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield.

In this role, you will deliver geotechnical engineering work for projects that span a wide range of markets and locations across our geography and beyond. Our current projects include pumped hydro, wind and nuclear power generation, road and rail infrastructure, tunnelling and commercial buildings and site development. You will contribute to technically challenging projects from early site investigation through to design and construction, working as the focal point between design and construction partners.

As a critical member of a project team, collaboration, clear communication and a strong understanding of client needs are key. This is an opportunity to apply your ground engineering expertise to solve design and construction challenges whilst continuing to develop your technical skills and professional career within a supportive and forward-looking environment.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are keen to hear from people who want to be part of a team that thrives on variety and challenge and can embrace the opportunity of helping deliver our growing portfolio of water, energy and transport projects, who enjoy collaborative problem-solving and are motivated to keep developing their expertise. You are likely to bring some of the following:

• Experience in, or relevant academic study of, geotechnical design for foundations, retaining walls, earthworks, slopes and buried structures, using current industry standards and guidance.
• Experience in undertaking desktop studies and the planning and interpretation of ground investigation and laboratory and in‑situ test results
• Experience of analysing field and laboratory data to develop ground models and project specific geotechnical solutions
• Experience using industry-standard geotechnical software such as, OpenGround, Leapfrog. Experience with numerical modelling software such as PLAXIS to model soil structure interaction problems is desirable.
• A collaborative and adaptable working style, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage allocated work packages across different projects and locations, ensuring delivery aligns with team and business objectives

You will have a recognised tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology, You will hold a professional qualification, or be working towards one, with the ICE or other equivalent bodies, and will be motivated to grow Arup’s ground engineering capability in the North through high‑quality technical delivery and strong client relationships.

***Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.***

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

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