Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding ground engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award-winning company and work alongside industry specialists on diverse projects. The role offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and opportunities for continued professional development. With a focus on contaminated land and geotechnical projects, you will engage in various tasks including soil sampling, borehole logging, and report writing. If you’re looking to advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Annual Bonuses

Flexible Work

Networking Opportunities

Specialist Training

Qualifications

• Experience in the ground investigation industry.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics.
• Full and clean UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Working with the ground investigation team on geotechnical projects.
• Conducting desktop studies and borehole logging.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Soil Mechanics

Borehole Logging

Trial Pitting

Soil Sampling

Groundwater Monitoring

Gas Monitoring

Report Writing

Education

Degree in Engineering Geology

MSc in Geotechnical Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical focus)

Job description

Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Reference: BY1830

Location: London

Salary: £27,000 – £37,000

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join an expanding ground engineering consultancy based in London. You can take the next step in your career, working for an award-winning company alongside industry specialists on a variety of projects.

The Junior Geotechnical Engineer selected will be offered:

• A competitive salary (£27,000 – £37,000).
• An excellent company pension and benefits scheme, with annual bonuses and salary reviews.
• Private Healthcare.
• Continued professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible work.
• Networking opportunities.
• Specialist training provided where required.

The Junior Geotechnical Engineer selected will be:

• Working with the ground investigation team on a range of contaminated land and geotechnical projects.
• Carrying out Desktop studies.
• Borehole logging, trial pitting, soil sampling, groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Mentoring junior members of the team.
• Factual and interpretive report writing.

To be considered for the Junior Geotechnical Engineer position you should therefore have experience in the ground investigation industry, have a strong understanding of soil mechanics and a degree in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering (with a geotechnical focus) or similar (MSc preferred). You must also have a full and clean UK Driving Licence, live in or near to London and have a full right to work in the UK.

If you are interested in this or other roles Geotechnical Engineering/Remediation roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on [e-mail] or call 01792 957381. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.