Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Newcastle is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary between £26,000 and £29,000, alongside structured training and clear career progression. The successful candidate will assist in ground investigation projects and work closely with senior engineers to develop professional skills. Ideal for motivated graduates wanting to gain hands-on experience in geotechnical engineering within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive company benefits package

Enhanced pension scheme

Flexible working options

Structured training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Have an interest in ground investigation and geotechnical engineering.
• Be based in or near Newcastle and willing to travel to site when required.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support ground investigation projects from planning through to completion.
• Conduct site-based activities like borehole logging and soil sampling.
• Assist in the preparation of factual and interpretative reports.
• Contribute to Ground Investigation and Geotechnical Design Reports under supervision.
• Work closely with senior engineers to develop technical and professional skills.

Skills

Interest in ground investigation

Ability to work in a team

Basic understanding of geotechnical principles

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Geology

Job description

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Reference: BY170855

Location: Newcastle

Salary: £26,000 – £29,000

A multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy, with offices across the UK, is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team in Newcastle. With multiple offices nationwide and as one of the UK’s leading engineering consultancies, this is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to begin and develop a career in geotechnical engineering within a supportive and well‑structured environment.

The Graduate Geotechnical Engineer role offers:

• A competitive graduate salary (£25,000 – £28,000).
• A comprehensive company benefits package.
• An enhanced pension scheme.
• Structured training, mentoring, and clear career progression.
• Exposure to a wide range of high‑profile ground investigation projects.
• Flexible working options where applicable.

The successful Graduate Geotechnical Engineer will assist with:

• Supporting ground investigation projects from planning through to completion.
• Site‑based activities including borehole logging, trial pitting, soil sampling, and groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Assisting in the preparation of factual and interpretative reports.
• Contributing to Ground Investigation and Geotechnical Design Reports under supervision.
• Working closely with senior engineers to develop technical and professional skills.

To be successful in this Graduate Geotechnical Engineer application, you should:

• Hold a degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Have an interest in ground investigation and geotechnical engineering.
• Be based in or near Newcastle and willing to travel to site when required.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

This role is ideal for a motivated graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience, professional training, and long‑term career development within a leading consultancy.