Senior Geotechnical Engineer: Autonomy & Impact in Cornwall

Penguin Recruitment; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering consultancy in Bodmin is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical and geo-environmental projects. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 along with flexible working hours and a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have significant post-graduate consultancy experience, be chartered, and possess a strong technical background in foundation design and slope stability. This position allows for real influence over projects and business decisions.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or Chartered Geologist (CEng or CGeol) required.
• Significant post-graduate experience within UK consultancy.
• Strong technical background in foundation design, piling and slope stability.
• Confident working with ground investigation data and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple geotechnical and geo-environmental projects.
• Prepare and review fee proposals, scopes of work, and technical reports.
• Provide senior-level input into ground investigations, interpretation, and design.
• Act as a main technical point of contact for clients and design teams.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.

Skills

Foundation design

Piling

Slope stability

Ground investigation data

Education

Chartered Engineer or Chartered Geologist (CEng or CGeol)

Job description

A well-established engineering consultancy in Bodmin is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical and geo-environmental projects. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 along with flexible working hours and a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have significant post-graduate consultancy experience, be chartered, and possess a strong technical background in foundation design and slope stability. This position allows for real influence over projects and business decisions.