Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Ground Investigation, Exeter

Carrington West; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Ground Investigation Engineer to join our Exeter team. The role blends site work with office input, leading investigations and delivering robust reporting across the South West.

You will shape investigations, mentor engineers, and balance site and office tasks with hybrid working options up to two days per week. A strong geotechnical background and driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in ground investigation and the ability to make sound on-site decisions.
• Background in geology, earth or environmental science, civil engineering, or related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence required for site travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise ground investigation work on site.
• Provide technical advice when projects present complex ground conditions or unexpected challenges.
• Support the planning, delivery and reporting of investigations.
• Help maintain high standards of safety, data quality and client service.
• Guide and support colleagues across the wider engineering team.

Skills

Ground investigation

Site supervision

Technical advisory

Data quality

Client communication

Education

Geology

Civil engineering

Earth/environmental science

Tools

GeoStudio

PLAXIS

MS Office

Job description

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Ground Investigation Engineer to join our Exeter team. The role blends site work with office input, leading investigations and delivering robust reporting across the South West.

You will shape investigations, mentor engineers, and balance site and office tasks with hybrid working options up to two days per week. A strong geotechnical background and driving licence are essential.