Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Full chartership support

Professional Memberships

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced pension scheme

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Derby is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join the team on a permanent basis. The role offers exposure to ground investigations, site inspections, technical reporting, and foundation assessments under the guidance of experienced engineers.

You will gain practical site experience and office-based technical skills, with structured development and mentoring to build a strong foundation for a career in geotechnical engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, or similar
• Full Right to work in the UK permanently
• Live within a commutable distance of Derby/Newark/Lincolnshire
• Full UK driving licence essential

Responsibilities

• Support ground investigations
• Support site inspections
• Prepare technical reports
• Assess foundations

Skills

Ground investigations

Site inspections

Technical reporting

Foundation assessments

Education

Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Geology

Civil Engineering

Job description

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Derby

Permanent Graduate Opportunity

£27,000 to £33,000 per Annum

Are you ready to launch your engineering career with a forward-thinking consultancy delivering innovative projects across the UK?

We are looking for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team in Derby. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate who wants hands-on experience, structured development, and exposure to a wide variety of engineering projects.

As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will support ground investigations, site inspections, technical reporting, and foundation assessments while working alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative environment. The successful Graduate Geotechnical Engineer will gain practical site experience as well as office-based technical skills, helping build a strong foundation for long-term career progression.

You will be joining a supportive multidisciplinary team that values innovation, professional growth, and knowledge sharing. Training, mentoring, and development opportunities are built into the role, making this an ideal first step for an ambitious Graduate Geotechnical Engineer.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, or similar
• Full Right to work in the UK permanently
• Live within a commutable distance of Derby/Neward/Lincolnshire
• Full UK driving licence essential

Company Benefits

• Flexible working
• Hybrid working
• Full chartership support
• Professional Memberships
• Generous holiday allowance
• Enhanced pension scheme

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position