Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Access Talent Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Northern European Engineering Consultancy is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for their Southampton office. The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of design experience and be either chartered or pursuing chartership. This role focuses on complex geotechnical designs for large-scale infrastructure projects, especially in rail and highways. The company prides itself on employee development and offers a supportive environment for career progression. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated engineer who values growth.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years’ experience as a Geotechnical Engineer in design.
• Chartered engineer or on the path to chartership.
• Ability to perform complex geotechnical design for large scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex geotechnical design for rail and highways projects.
• Mentor junior members of the team.
• Contribute to major infrastructure projects globally.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Mentoring junior engineers

Rail expertise

Education

Degree in civil engineering or relevant study

Job description

Access has partnered with a Northern European Engineering Consultancy who are looking to add a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to their Southampton office. Our client operates to the highest level in over 30 countries around the world, covering a multitude of sectors including Geotechnical, Structural, Marine, and Energy engineering. Partly owned by their employees, our client prides themselves on putting employees first and foremost in their decision‑making processes.

To be successful in this role, you will have the ability to perform complex geotechnical design in relation to large scale infrastructure projects, including rail and Highways projects in the UK and around the world. Our client is looking for a strong engineer who is looking to step up into a more senior role now that they have become chartered, or somebody on the course for chartership and would like to join a company that truly rewards progression. Your rail expertise will become a pivotal skillset in the team, and you will be expected to utilise this when mentoring more junior members of the team.

To qualify for this role you will need to have:

• 4-8 years’ experience as a Geotechnical Engineer – Design
• The right to live and work in the UK
• A degree in civil engineering or other relevant study

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that puts employees first and truly cares about your development and promotions through the business. Get in touch or apply!