Senior Geotechnical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to drive innovation in energy sector projects. This role involves hands-on engineering tasks, supporting multi-discipline design activities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will collaborate with specialists on both onshore and offshore projects, contributing to low carbon energy initiatives. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses strong communication skills. Join this dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy projects while enjoying opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Engineering required; Chartered status advantageous.
• Experience in oil and gas or low carbon energy sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering scopes for ground investigations and analyze geotechnical data.
• Coordinate geotechnical activities and resolve technical challenges.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Education

Masters Degree in Engineering

Chartered Status

Tools

Geotechnical Software

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Woking

Looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer responsible for providing specialist geotechnical inputs to both onshore and offshore projects. Responsibilities include developing engineering scopes for ground investigations, reviewing and analyzing geotechnical data, providing geotechnical interpretation for reports and guidance, and developing and reviewing calculations and deliverables in line with project plans.

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer works within the Civil and Structural engineering team, coordinating with other specialists and external contractors to address requirements related to foundations, earthworks, and other civil and geotechnical works.

About you:

If you have world-class ambitions and a passion for energy sector innovation, we are the team for you. We value potential, growth, and collaboration on major energy projects on the global stage.

Job Description:

1. Perform hands-on engineering tasks, including design calculations, technical notes, and specialist studies.
2. Support multi-discipline engineering design activities and team collaboration.
3. Assist project management in planning and resolving technical issues impacting progress, strategy, schedules, and budgets.
4. Possess additional capabilities in civil and structural engineering; accountable to the Civil Structural Group Manager or Project Manager.

This role supports our UK expansion into Low Carbon/ Energy Transition projects and traditional energy projects, emphasizing collaboration, hands-on work, and long-term career development.

Your responsibilities:

• Work as a specialist engineer on various project phases, onshore and offshore.
• Serve as a geotechnical engineering subject matter expert.
• Coordinate with other specialists and oversee geotechnical activities.
• Resolve technical challenges and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Supervise and review geotechnical activities, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Participate in design reviews and provide geotechnical input.
• Review proposals and scope documents.
• Plan resource requirements and liaise with project teams and global centers.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

• Masters Degree in Engineering; postgraduate or specialist qualification preferred.
• Chartered status is advantageous.
• Experience in oil and gas or low carbon energy sectors.

Skills Requirement:

• Technical expertise in onshore and offshore geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency with geotechnical tools and software.
• Additional civil and structural engineering skills are a plus.
• Strong coordination, communication, and supervisory skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and team-oriented approach.

Communication:

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards, safety, and quality procedures.
• Experience with global projects and proposal support.

We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Apply now to join our team.