Principal/Associate Geotechnical Design Engineer

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Principal/Associate Geotechnical Design Engineer, Harrogate

Client: Solutions Driven

Location: Harrogate, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 13.04.2025

Expiry Date: 28.05.2025

Job Description:

Join an award-winning Ground Engineering consultancy as a Principal/Associate Geotechnical Design Engineer.

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise, practical experience, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop ground models and determine geotechnical parameters.
• Design various geotechnical structures including piles, foundations, retaining walls, ground anchors, soil nails, and reinforced soil slopes and walls.
• Conduct ground movement assessments and settlement analysis.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver successful projects.
• Develop and manage a team of geotechnical design engineers.
• Mentor and provide technical support.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and soil/structure interaction.
• In-depth knowledge of deep and shallow foundation design, slope stability, and retaining structures.
• Use of software tools such as Oasys Pile, Alp, PDisp, Adsec, ADC, Rocscience Slide, WALLAP, AutoCAD, and Excel. Some experience in the use of numerical modelling software would be desirable.
• Good knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards (such as: BS EN 1990, BS EN 1991, BS EN 1992, BS EN 1997, BS8002, BS8004, BS8006, BS8081).
• Good knowledge of relevant CIRIA guides.
• Thorough understanding of ground investigation techniques and experience in specifying geotechnical testing (in-situ and laboratory) while interpreting results accurately.
• A self-starter attitude, conducting independent reading and research with guidance from the Technical Director.
• Excellent analytical skills and a curious, inquisitive mindset.

Requirements:

• BSc in Civil Engineering or Geology.
• MSc in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Extensive design experience (10+ years).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Located or willing to relocate to the Harrogate area.