Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Kiloh Associates; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiloh Associates is seeking a qualified Chartered Engineer to deliver geotechnical design solutions in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record within multidisciplinary project teams, including skills in preparing desk studies and specifying ground investigations. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ambition to mentor junior staff. A Specialist Geotechnical qualification is desirable. Join a dynamic team striving for excellence in the civil engineering market.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering geotechnical design within project teams.
• Experience preparing desk studies and specifying ground investigations.
• Strong understanding of UK project environments and ground conditions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geotechnical design solutions within multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare interpretative reports and design geotechnical structures.
• Mentor and support junior staff in a high-performing team.

Skills

Proven track record in delivering geotechnical design

Effective team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Project management experience

Education

Chartered Engineer in Civil Engineering or similar

Specialist Geotechnical qualification, e.g. MSc

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering geotechnical design within multidisciplinary project teams. Their experience should include preparing desk studies, specifying ground investigations, producing interpretative reports, and designing foundations, slopes, basements, and other geotechnical structures. A strong understanding of UK project environments and ground conditions is essential, while familiarity with the local civil engineering market is highly desirable. Demonstrated experience in project management and financial control is also required.

They will be an effective team player with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in mentoring and supporting junior staff. This role is well suited to a dynamic individual with the ambition to grow and develop a high‑performing team.

Skills required:

• Chartered Engineer in Civil Engineering or similar
• Specialist Geotechnical qualification, e.g. MSc or similar is desirable