Principal or Technical Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Generous annual leave

Private medical insurance

Gym membership discount

Support for professional subscriptions

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal or Technical Associate Geotechnical Engineer for its Northampton office, with potential consideration for Birmingham. This role requires leading ground investigations, designing geotechnical structures, and acting as a focal point for expertise in the locality. Candidates should have strong consultancy experience in the UK, excellent communication skills, and hold a degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering along with chartered status. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Experienced geotechnical engineer with strong UK consultancy experience.
• Passion for delivering high-quality work.
• Confidence working independently and leading technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering ground investigations and geotechnical designs.
• Producing clear, high-quality interpretive reports.
• Acting as a technical leader and growing the geotechnical capability.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations and designs

Ground modelling

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering (BEng, BSc or higher)

Chartered status with a relevant professional body

Job description

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Principal or Technical Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team, primarily based in our Northampton office, although Birmingham could also be considered as a location. This is a genuine opportunity to play a key role in shaping and leading our geotechnical presence, take ownership, influence direction, and be part of a growing success story across the Midlands.

About The Role

You’ll take on a leading position within our Northampton team, acting as the focal point for geotechnical expertise locally while being supported by a wider Midlands team of 30+ geotechnical specialists and a national division of around 100. Working under the leadership of Paul Eastwood, Geo Regional Director for the Midlands, you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality geotechnical solutions across a diverse range of projects.

Your Role Will Include

• Leading and delivering ground investigations and geotechnical designs
• Developing robust ground models
• Producing clear, high‑quality interpretive reports
• Designing geotechnical structures including foundations, earthworks, slopes, retaining structures and ground improvement solutions
• Acting as a technical leader and growing the geotechnical capability within the Birmingham team

About You

You’re an experienced geotechnical engineer with strong UK consultancy experience and a passion for delivering high‑quality work.

You’ll Bring

• Proven experience scoping and delivering geotechnical investigations and designs
• Strong ground modelling and interpretive reporting skills
• Experience designing a range of geotechnical structures
• Confidence working independently and leading technical delivery
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering (BEng, BSc or higher)
• Chartered status with a relevant professional body

Benefits

Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, generous annual leave with flexible add‑on days, private medical insurance, group income protection and life assurance included, gym membership discount, hybrid/flexible working, training and development, and support for professional subscriptions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.