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Geotechnical Engineer - Senior

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Bolton

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GBP 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

25 days ago

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Job summary

BakerHicks seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead ground engineering design across diverse projects such as Rail and Defence. You will mentor junior engineers and ensure the delivery of innovative designs while engaging with clients. Join a collaborative team dedicated to technical excellence and flexible working.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance
Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
Family friendly policies
Employee assistance

Qualifications

  • Strong background in ground engineering design, from desk studies to construction.
  • Experience with slope stability, foundation, earthworks, and retaining wall design.
  • Confident working across sectors, especially rail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead ground engineering design packages from concept through to completion.
  • Produce and review geotechnical reports and technical designs.
  • Guide and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Geotechnical modelling
Ground engineering design
Communication
Mentoring
Client engagement

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology
MSc in Geotechnical Engineering
Chartered status with ICE or GeolSoc

Tools

GEO5

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31.05.2025

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Job Description:

At BakerHicks, our team of civil and structural engineers is nationally recognised for delivering sustainable and integrated design solutions. Our ability to collaborate seamlessly across disciplines enables us to create innovative and inspiring solutions that are both environmentally responsible and technically robust.

With the team expanding, this Senior Geotechnical Engineer role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of projects while working within a highly skilled and motivated team.

As part of a multi-disciplinary design team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality ground engineering solutions across a variety of sectors. You will also support and mentor junior engineers, and play an instrumental role in driving technical excellence and innovation.

You will gain exposure to multiple sectors, including Rail, Highways, Power, Defence, Water, Aviation, Public Sector and Life Sciences — working on varied and complex projects that offer a dynamic and rewarding career experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead ground engineering design packages from concept through to completion on a range of multidisciplinary projects.
  • Produce and review geotechnical reports, models, and technical designs.
  • Guide junior team members and contribute to their development and mentoring.
  • Attend project meetings and represent BakerHicks on-site and with clients as needed.
  • Stay current with ground engineering design practices, tools, and customer needs.

Qualifications

About You

  • HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology (MSc in Geotechnical Engineering preferred).
  • Chartered status with ICE, GeolSoc or equivalent (RoGEP registration beneficial).
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

Experience & Skills

  • Strong background in ground engineering design, from desk studies to construction phase.
  • Proficiency in geotechnical modelling and design software (e.g., GEO5).
  • Experience with slope stability, foundation, earthworks, and retaining wall design.
  • Ability to prepare technical reports, specifications, and design deliverables.
  • Confident working across sectors, especially rail (highly desirable).
  • Strong communication skills and ability to lead project deliverables and client engagement.
  • Willingness to travel for short-term site work within the UK.

Why this Opportunity?

  • Exposure to diverse projects across Rail, Highways, Power, Defence, Water, Aviation, Public Sector and Life Sciences.
  • Spearhead and grow within a supportive and agile ground engineering team.
  • Be part of a multidisciplinary consultancy with a reputation for excellence.
  • Flexible working and a career development culture that empowers growth.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

  • Company car or cash allowance
  • Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
  • 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
  • Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
  • Family friendly policies
  • Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

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