Principal Seismic Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holiday allowances

Hybrid working

Remote working available

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Chartership support

Job summary

American Society of Civil Engineers in London is seeking a Principal Seismic Engineer to lead seismic geotechnical projects and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams. The role focuses on advanced numerical modelling, design review, and client engagement.

The position offers hybrid and remote work options, with a salary in the £60,000–£100,000 range per year. Chartered engineers with strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Requires an engineering degree and Chartered status.
• Significant seismic/geotechnical project experience required.
• Strong knowledge of numerical modelling software such as PLAXIS or FLAC.
• Excellent technical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead seismic geotechnical assessments and technical studies.
• Develop and review advanced numerical models.
• Provide technical assurance and independent design review.
• Work on liquefaction, seismic deformation, soil-structure interaction and foundations.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to team development.
• Support client relationships and provide expert technical advice.

Skills

Seismic geotechnical engineering

Numerical modelling

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered status

Tools

PLAXIS

FLAC

Job description

Principal Seismic Engineer

London

£60,000 to £100,000 per Annum

Permanent Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Principal Seismic Engineer to join a growing specialist engineering team delivering technically challenging projects across the UK and internationally.

Based in London, you'll provide technical leadership on complex seismic and geotechnical engineering projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

The Opportunity

• Lead seismic geotechnical assessments and technical studies
• Develop and review advanced numerical models
• Provide technical assurance and independent design review
• Work on areas including liquefaction, seismic deformation, soil-structure interaction and foundations
• Support client relationships and provide expert technical advice
• Mentor engineers and contribute to the development of the wider team
• Help drive innovative approaches to seismic analysis and design

Company Benefits:

• Flexible holiday allowances
• Hybrid working
• Remote working available
• Flexible working hours
• Competitive salary
• Chartership support

About You

We're seeking a Principal Seismic Engineer with strong experience in seismic geotechnical engineering and numerical analysis.

• A relevant engineering degree and Chartered status
• Significant seismic/geotechnical project experience
• Strong knowledge of numerical modelling software such as PLAXIS or FLAC
• Excellent technical and communication skills
• Experience leading projects, teams or technical workstreams

This Principal Seismic Engineer role offers the opportunity to work on major projects, influence technical solutions and develop your career within a collaborative specialist environment.