Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists - All Grades

WSP in the UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can make a significant impact as a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist. This role offers the chance to work on landmark projects while developing your skills in a supportive environment. You will be involved in producing high-quality reports, analyzing geotechnical structures, and contributing to sustainable practices in project delivery. Whether you are starting your career or looking to advance, this opportunity allows you to embrace your curiosity and collaborate with talented professionals. Apply today to shape a better future for yourself and the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Understanding of ground risk and site investigation is essential.
• Ability to prepare high-quality reports and design deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Produce professional reports and liaise with clients and specialists.
• Analyze geotechnical structures and supervise ground investigations.

Skills

Soil Mechanics

Engineering Principles

Communication Skills

Business Development

Geotechnical Analysis

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are looking for Geotechnical Engineers & Engineering Geologists at all levels across the UK. Roles are available on either a full-time or a part-time basis.

A little more about your role…

• The production of professional and technically competent reports and liaison with specialists and clients.
• Preparing ground models and design parameters.
• Analysis of slopes, walls, foundations and other geotechnical structures.
• Providing support in all aspects of project delivery including client liaison and co-ordinating with colleagues from other disciplines.
• Contributing to the implementation of higher sustainability and better use of 3D data in our project delivery.
• Site-based work supervising ground investigation and construction.
• Using our newly developed geotechnical training framework in the development of both yourself and your colleagues at all grades. We promote a culture of learning from each other through our collective experience.
• For experienced professionals, we expect you to take a lead in critical business development, complex projects and mentoring staff.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A fundamental appreciation of ground risk and site investigation.
• A good grasp of basic soil mechanics and engineering principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to generate high-quality reports and design deliverables.
• Ambition to progress towards chartered status.
• For experienced professionals, demonstrable and credible consultancy and ground risk management experience.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.