Offshore Geotechnical Engineer

Evolve Technical Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in engineering roles is looking for an Offshore Geotechnical Engineer in Greater London. The role involves planning and executing geotechnical investigations for offshore structures, including wind turbine foundations and oil & gas platforms. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience and a degree in Geotechnical Engineering. This is a full-time position with a 12-month renewable contract. Strong communication and technical skills are essential, as well as proficiency with Finite Element Analysis software.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in offshore geotechnical roles with pile & foundations design and installation activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan offshore site investigations by defining scopes of work and selecting appropriate sampling/testing methods.
• Analyse soil data to interpret lab results and derive geotechnical parameters.
• Prepare technical reports and compile Geotechnical Interpretive Reports (GIRs) and Foundation Design Reports (FDRs).
• Support foundation design by providing input for piles and shallow foundations.
• Perform pile analysis and assess installation feasibility.
• Coordinate and collaborate with engineering teams and report findings.

Skills

Construction inspection

Business development

GIS

Geotechnical engineering

Communication skills

Construction experience

Data collection

Project management

Project planning

AutoCAD

Horizontal drilling

Writing skills

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil / Structural Engineering or similar

Tools

Finite Element Analysis software (PLAXIS or ABAQUS)

Job description

Offshore Geotechnical Engineer

Kingston upon Thames, London

12-month renewable contract

As Offshore Geotechnical Engineer you will be responsible for planning, executing and interpreting geotechnical investigations to support the design and installation of offshore structures including wind turbine foundations, oil & gas platforms, subsea pipelines and seabed installations. The role involves interpretation of data, analysis, and foundation design/installation recommendations while ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan offshore site investigations by defining scopes of work and selecting appropriate sampling/testing methods (e.g. CPT boreholes).
• Analyse soil data to interpret lab results and derive geotechnical parameters such as shear strength and stiffness.
• Prepare technical reports and compile Geotechnical Interpretive Reports (GIRs) and Foundation Design Reports (FDRs).
• Support foundation design by providing input for piles, suction caissons and shallow foundations.
• Perform pile analysis: calculate axial/lateral capacities and assess installation feasibility.
• Assist engineering phases by contributing to FEED and detailed design stages with geotechnical expertise.
• Ensure standards compliance following ISO, API, DNV codes and client specifications.
• Manage geotechnical risks by participating in HAZID/HAZOP and reviewing third‑party deliverables.
• Uphold safety and quality by aligning with Saipem's HSEQ policies and maintaining personal and team safety.
• Coordinate and collaborate with engineering teams and report findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience: 5‑10 years in offshore geotechnical roles with pile & foundations design and installation activities.

Education: Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil / Structural Engineering or similar.

Technical skills: shallow foundations, pile installation, CPT interpretation, soil‑structure interaction, and geotechnical data interpretation.

IT skills: Finite Element Analysis software (PLAXIS or ABAQUS).

Key Skills

• Construction inspection
• Business development
• GIS
• Geotechnical engineering
• Communication skills
• Construction experience
• Data collection
• Project management
• Project planning
• AutoCAD
• Horizontal drilling
• Writing skills

Employment Type: Full‑time

Vacancy: 1