Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Esher; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy based in Esher is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer. This role involves leading geotechnical design and analysis, managing project teams, mentoring junior engineers, and participating in business development. Candidates must have a strong background in civil engineering and proficiency in design software.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday package

Pension scheme

Ongoing internal training and career development

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering is essential.
• Chartered Engineer status is required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead on geotechnical design and analysis.
• Provide technical oversight and approvals, managing project teams.
• Play a key role in business development and strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Geotechnical Design Software

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Plaxis 2D

Plaxis 3D

Slope/W

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer | £60,000 | Esher

Are you ready to join a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy?

We’re seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to become part of our established team based in Esher.
With over 50 years of industry excellence, our client is a renowned design consultancy known for delivering innovative solutions on large-scale infrastructure projects across the UK.

As a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer, you will lead on geotechnical design and analysis, provide technical oversight and approvals, manage project teams, oversee budgets, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams. You’ll also play a key role in business development and strategic planning.

To excel in this role, you’ll need a strong working knowledge of geotechnical design software such as Plaxis 2D, Plaxis 3D, Slope/W, and AutoCAD.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please ensure you meet the essential criteria below before applying.

Essential Criteria:

* Degree in Civil Engineering
* Chartered Engineer status
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Proficient in relevant geotechnical software
* Full UK driving licence
* Based within commuting distance of the Esher office

Company Benefits:

* Competitive salary
* Generous holiday package
* Pension scheme
* Ongoing internal training and career development

If you meet the criteria and are interested in applying, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01792 957389.