Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Tetra Tech Europe; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffey Geotechnics, a Tetra Tech company, is recruiting a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join a team of specialists in Manchester, Harrogate or Reading. You will work on infrastructure, buildings and land development projects, combining office and site-based activities to investigate ground conditions and develop practical engineering solutions.

You will gain hands-on experience from investigation through to design and construction, with mentoring and chartership support through ICE or

Qualifications

• Integrated master’s or MSc in Civil Engineering, Geotechnics or Engineering Geology.
• Demonstrated interest in ground engineering through academic/industry work.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to geotechnical/engineering geological consultancy projects.
• Plan and support site investigations, analyze ground information and make recommendations.
• Assist with detailed design and construction support.
• Produce clear technical reports and communicate with clients.

Skills

Geotechnical concepts

Site investigations

Interpretation & reporting

Engineering analysis

Client interaction

Education

Integrated MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering / Geotechnics / Engineering Geology

Job description

Job title: Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Manchester, Harrogate or Reading

Start Date: September 2027

Start your engineering career solving complex ground engineering challenges on major infrastructure, building and development projects. Join Coffey Geotechnics, a Tetra Tech company, and work alongside a 50-strong team of geotechnical and engineering geology specialists, with opportunities to build practical experience and technical responsibility from the outset.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As a Graduate Civil / Geotechnical Engineer, you’ll contribute to geotechnical and engineering geological consultancy projects spanning infrastructure, buildings and land development.

Working alongside experienced ground engineering specialists, you’ll combine office and site-based work to investigate ground conditions, interpret technical data and develop practical engineering solutions. Your work may include foundations, soil and rock slopes, retaining structures, ground improvement, marine and near-shore structures, deep basements and temporary works.

Your Impact in this position

You’ll help deliver projects from investigation and assessment through to detailed design and construction. You’ll undertake site investigations, prepare assessments and interpretative reports, engage with clients and support construction supervision, developing the technical judgement and commercial awareness needed for a successful consulting career.

5 Core Capabilities

Geotechnical Engineering & Engineering Geology

• Apply your academic knowledge to real-world ground engineering challenges and develop practical, technically robust solutions.

Investigation & Interpretation

• Plan and support site investigations, analyse ground information and translate findings into clear engineering assessments and recommendations.

Engineering Analysis & Design

• Use strong numerical, analytical and observational skills to contribute to geotechnical assessment and detailed design.

Technical Communication & Collaboration

• Produce clear technical reports, communicate confidently with clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Site & Project Delivery

• Build hands-on experience through site and office-based assignments, with flexibility to support projects across the UK and overseas.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

You’ll ideally hold an integrated MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering, Geotechnics or Engineering Geology, with a demonstrable interest in ground engineering through relevant academic or industry experience.

We offer an ICE-accredited graduate training agreement, with structured mentoring and support towards chartership through the Institution of Civil Engineers or Geological Society of London.

Working Environment

Opportunities are based in Harrogate, Manchester and Reading, combining office and site-based project work. Some projects may require travel within the UK or overseas.

Specific office attendance requirements and hybrid, remote or flexible-working arrangements are not stated in the supplied role information and should be confirmed before publication.

About Coffey, A Tetra Tech Company

Coffey is at the forefront of delivering design and feasibility solutions for engineering geology, geotechnical engineering, hydrogeology, and geo-environmental projects. The core of our business is geotechnical design consultancy including engineering geological, design for infrastructure projects (road and rail), water, energy, buildings and land developments.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.