Graduate Geotechnical Engineer (Energy) - Reading - 2026

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Reading seeks a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer for their 2026 Graduate Programme. You will work on innovative solutions addressing complex environmental challenges, collaborating with experts. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree and demonstrate adaptability, perseverance, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, with graduates expected to work on-site 4 days a week.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geology required.
• An ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Strong perseverance in overcoming challenges.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret geotechnical data to create ground models.
• Design and implement foundation solutions and slope stability measures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on large projects.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geology

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline:Recruitment is ongoing.Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role:

We are looking for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to be based in Reading, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme.

Our market leading Environmental Services (ES) group support our clients on a range of projects across environmental, geotechnical and water disciplines.

As a graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions, working alongside industry experts to address complex environmental challenges. You will have the opportunity to:

• Analyse and interpret geotechnical data to create comprehensive ground models
• Design and implement foundation solutions, retaining walls, and slope stability measures
• Utilise numerical analysis software to optimise designs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on large scale projects

Take a look at our Energy business line here: Energy (stantec.com), and check out some of the work our teams have been involved in: Cruachan Underground Power Station (stantec.com)

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geology, we’d love to receive your application if you are:-

• An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator: you work effectively with lots of different people, considering other’s perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver: you love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs (Graduate Application FAQs) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

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