Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist geotechnical consultancy in Slough is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. This role offers a hybrid working structure that combines site and office responsibilities, providing hands-on experience in geotechnical fieldwork including soil and rock logging. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a full UK driving licence. With excellent training and support, this position aims to develop your career towards chartership and into senior roles.

Benefits

Clear and defined progression path

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Annual bonuses

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Specialist training & chartership support

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering with geotechnical modules, or a related discipline.
• Live within a commutable distance of the Slough office.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Involved in geotechnical fieldwork including soil and rock logging.
• Assist with in-situ testing and geotechnical risk assessments.
• Support production of desk studies and interpretive reports.

Skills

Geotechnical fieldwork

Soil and rock logging

Geotechnical risk assessments

Education

Degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Job Title : Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Salary : £27,000

Location : Slough

A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialist, leading geotechnical consultancy based in Slough.

You will be joining a reputable and well-established technical consultancy renowned for delivering high-quality geotechnical solutions across the UK. This role offers an excellent hybrid working structure, combining both site-based and office-based responsibilities.

On site, you will be involved in geotechnical fieldwork, including soil and rock logging, supervising ground investigations, and collecting geotechnical samples. You will also assist with in-situ testing, geotechnical risk assessments, and site supervision. In the office, you will support the production of desk studies, interpretive reports, and geotechnical design inputs alongside a highly skilled engineering team.

As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will gain exposure to a diverse range of projects within the built environment, civil engineering, and major infrastructure sectors. You will work closely with senior geotechnical specialists who will provide structured training, mentoring, and full support toward chartership. This role offers a clear and achievable progression pathway into more senior technical and project management positions.

Company Benefits

• Clear and defined progression path
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Annual bonuses
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Specialist training & chartership support

Essential Criteria

• Hold a degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering with geotechnical modules, or a related discipline
• Live within a commutable distance of the Slough office
• Hold a full UK driving licence

If you are interested in applying for the Graduate Geotechnical Engineer role, please contact me at (url removed) or call (phone number removed)