Senior Offshore Geotechnical Engineer - Drilling Ops

LMOceans; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression within a growing marine geotechnical business

Support towards professional development and Chartership

Flexible working arrangements where operationally feasible

Job summary

LMOceans is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their offshore geotechnical survey team, focusing on complex marine site investigations within the offshore energy sector.

This role requires substantial offshore geotechnical experience and strong leadership in project delivery. Candidates will oversee geotechnical campaigns, manage testing programmes, and ensure compliance with relevant standards.

The position offers opportunities for global project engagement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Significant experience within offshore geotechnical site investigation environments.
• Experience supporting or supervising offshore geotechnical operations aboard drillships or jack-up platforms.
• Excellent technical reporting and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical planning and execution of offshore geotechnical site investigations.
• Providing geotechnical oversight for vessel-based operations.
• Managing offshore sampling and in situ testing programmes.

Skills

Offshore geotechnical investigation experience

Strong understanding of offshore drilling techniques

Technical reporting skills

Client communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related

Job description

LMOceans is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their offshore geotechnical survey team, focusing on complex marine site investigations within the offshore energy sector.

This role requires substantial offshore geotechnical experience and strong leadership in project delivery. Candidates will oversee geotechnical campaigns, manage testing programmes, and ensure compliance with relevant standards.

The position offers opportunities for global project engagement and professional development.