Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Chartership Path & Growth

Fairhurst; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

Comprehensive training opportunities

Contributory pension

Health care plan

Life insurance

33 days annual leave

Bonus schemes

Job summary

Fairhurst is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer with opportunities for career progression in various sectors such as energy and transportation. This role can be based in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, London, or Watford. Responsibilities include manipulating geotechnical data, preparing models, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering and ideally be chartered members of ICE or the Geological Society. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including training reimbursement and 33 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Possess an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Hold Chartered membership of the ICE or Geological Society.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in modeling software such as Holebase and Slide.
• Flexible and enthusiastic in team environments.
• Strong communication skills across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate and interpret geotechnical data from site investigations.
• Prepare ground models and design parameters.
• Conduct modeling and analysis reviews.
• Undertake geotechnical analysis and design tasks.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Support managers in bid preparation and business development.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Good communication skills

Modelling software

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

MSc in Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered membership of ICE or Geological Society

Tools

Holebase

Slide

Settle 3D

Wallap

Job description

Fairhurst is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer with opportunities for career progression in various sectors such as energy and transportation. This role can be based in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, London, or Watford. Responsibilities include manipulating geotechnical data, preparing models, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering and ideally be chartered members of ICE or the Geological Society. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including training reimbursement and 33 days annual leave.