London-based Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Hybrid

Skilled Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / flexible working

Exposure to high-profile projects

Professional development support

Collaborative UK team culture

Job summary

Skilled Careers partners with a globally recognised engineering consultancy to recruit a Geotechnical Engineer for their London team. You will contribute to geotechnical design and delivery across projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary groups and liaising with clients and regulators.

The role involves site investigations, analysis, reporting, and working on earthworks and ground improvement solutions with a strong emphasis on soil mechanics and digital engineering.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Experience in geotechnical design within a consultancy environment.
• Chartered status (ICE/IStructE or equivalent) or working toward.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and ground behaviour.
• Familiarity with geotechnical software (PLAXIS, GeoStudio).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking geotechnical analysis and design (foundations, slopes, retaining structures).
• Supporting and managing site investigations and ground assessments.
• Producing technical reports, calculations, and design documentation.
• Working on earthworks, deep excavations, and ground improvement solutions.
• Collaborating with structural, civil, and infrastructure teams.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Chartered status

Soil mechanics

Communication

Problem solving

Consultancy experience

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

PLAXIS

GeoStudio

Job description

Skilled Careers partners with a globally recognised engineering consultancy to recruit a Geotechnical Engineer for their London team. You will contribute to geotechnical design and delivery across projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary groups and liaising with clients and regulators.

The role involves site investigations, analysis, reporting, and working on earthworks and ground improvement solutions with a strong emphasis on soil mechanics and digital engineering.