Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Carrington West; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the North East is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with 7-12 years of experience to join their supportive team in Sunderland. The candidate will manage site investigations, write detailed reports, and work on various projects while enjoying a strong work-life balance and support for career progression.

Benefits

On-site parking

Mileage reimbursement for site visits

Qualifications

• 7-12 years' experience in geotechnical or geoenvironmental consultancy.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Phase 1 desk studies and managing Phase 2 site investigations.
• Writing high-quality geotechnical and geoenvironmental reports.
• Interpreting field and laboratory data to develop recommendations.

Skills

Report writing

Team collaboration

UK geology knowledge

Education

Degree in civil engineering

Degree in geotechnical engineering

Degree in environmental science

Job description

Location: Sunderland, North East England
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Perks: On-site parking, mileage reimbursement for site visits
Overview
I'm currently working with an independent geotechnical and environmental consultancy that's well-established in the North East and continuing to grow. They're looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with 7-12 years of experience to join their team in Sunderland.
The company works across a range of sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. They're known for providing cost-effective, practical engineering solutions and have a collaborative, supportive team culture.
What You'll Be Doing
·Delivering Phase 1 desk studies - including site walkovers, desktop research, and preliminary risk assessments
·Managing and contributing to Phase 2 site investigations
·Writing high-quality geotechnical and geoenvironmental reports
·Interpreting field and laboratory data to develop clear and concise recommendations
·Collaborating with junior engineers and project managers to deliver on deadlines
·Liaising with clients and regulators as needed (note: you won't need to sign off reports)
What We're Looking For
·7-12 years' experience in geotechnical or geoenvironmental consultancy
·Strong track record in report writing for Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies
·Confident working independently and as part of a team
·Comfortable with UK geology and ground investigation techniques
·Full UK driving licence - access to a vehicle is ideal, but mileage is also reimbursed
·Degree qualified in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental science or similar
What You'll Get
·Friendly and knowledgeable team, led by an approachable and experienced senior
·Secure and growing pipeline of varied projects across the UK
·Convenient office location with parking
·Paid mileage for travel to and from site visits
·Opportunity to focus on technical delivery - no requirement to sign off reports
·Strong support for work-life balance and future progression