Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Lead Projects & Mentorship

Vulcain Engineering Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crouch Waterfall in Exeter is seeking a practical Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead selected projects across domestic and commercial structures, rail, bridges and temporary works. You’ll work with engineers and technicians, backed by senior leadership.

The role offers mentorship, progression, and the chance to shape the business growth while delivering high-quality geotechnical designs and site investigations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical/Civil/Engineering Geology or closely related field.
• Extensive experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Chartered status or in-progress with a recognised professional body (CEng or CGeol).
• Experience on UK projects and familiarity with UK standards and practice.

Responsibilities

• Work on geotechnical projects, designing temporary and permanent works, reviewing others' work.
• Design civil/structural schemes and input to multidisciplinary schemes.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians across projects.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies and project documentation.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Civil engineering

Engineering geology

Design review

Education

BSc/BEng/MEng in Geotechnical/Civil/Engineering Geology

Tools

GEO-5

FEM tools

CAD

Job description

Crouch Waterfall in Exeter is seeking a practical Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead selected projects across domestic and commercial structures, rail, bridges and temporary works. You’ll work with engineers and technicians, backed by senior leadership.

The role offers mentorship, progression, and the chance to shape the business growth while delivering high-quality geotechnical designs and site investigations.