Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to deliver high-quality design solutions for projects in the water and rail sectors. This role involves producing detailed calculations and drawings while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, a strong technical background, and a commitment to mentoring. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to innovative engineering solutions and project success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in geotechnical and civil engineering design.
• Proficient in preparing GI specifications and interpreting site data.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed geotechnical and civil engineering design calculations.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and CAD technicians.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

HND in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Engineering Design Software

Job description

Job Description

Role: Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Location: Manchester

Employment Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Or Staff

Contract Duration: 12 Months intiailly

Hours: 40 hours per week

Purpose:

To deliver high-quality geotechnical and civil engineering design solutions for projects within the water and rail industries, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed geotechnical and civil engineering design calculations and drawings.
• Ensure design outputs meet safety, quality, and industry standards.
• Prepare site investigation briefs, technical reports, and project specifications.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, graduates, and CAD technicians.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant technical, professional, and internal standards.
• Implement and document changes to design packages effectively.
• Contribute to and lead formal design reviews, including IDC/KM7 meetings and presentations.
• Accurately estimate time and resources required for design activities.
• Work within structured project management and quality assurance processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in geotechnical and/or civil engineering design.
• Strong geotechnical background with the ability to prepare GI specifications, interpret site investigation data, and produce interpretive and design reports.
• Degree or HND in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proficient in IT applications relevant to engineering design.
• Registered with a relevant professional engineering body and actively working towards chartership.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Engineer status.
• Prior experience in the water and/or rail sectors.
• Experience working within regulated infrastructure environments (e.g., utilities, highways, nuclear, oil & gas).
• Familiarity with construction methods, ground investigation techniques, and material selection.
• Knowledge of engineering drawing standards and practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in both geotechnical and civil engineering disciplines.

Key Skills

• Strong technical knowledge in geotechnical and civil engineering.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Results-oriented with a focus on quality and safety.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Committed to continuous professional development and mentoring others.
• Able to work collaboratively across disciplines and within multi-disciplinary teams.