Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Carrington West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a senior or principal geotechnical engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in driving the company's growth, requiring a strong background in geotechnical engineering, ground investigations, and foundation design. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the company while managing junior staff and contributing to business development efforts. The position is based in a charming office environment, offering a competitive salary and a range of attractive perks, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Workplace Pension

Gym Membership

Weekly Free Fruit

Regular Social Events

Relaxed Working Environment

Qualifications

• Chartered as an engineer or geologist with solid experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience in managing junior staff and business development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in driving company growth and managing junior staff.
• Deliver ground investigations and complex ground engineering solutions.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Ground Investigations

Foundation Design

Ground Movement Analysis

Finite Element Analysis

Business Development

Education

Bachelor in Geology

Bachelor in Engineering Geology

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

PDisp

XDisp

Slope Stability Programs

Job description

My client is seeking a senior or principal geotechnical engineer to assist in the continued growth of the company.

Applicants should be graduates in geology, engineering geology or civil engineering, probably with an appropriate second degree. They expect them to be chartered as engineers or geologists and to have a good level of industry experience.

They are looking for solid experience in the UK geotechnical / ground engineering industry, and a track record of delivering ground investigations and complex ground engineering solutions for buildings and structures. The successful applicant will have an understanding of geology, the ability to develop ground models from ground investigation data and experience of carrying out foundation designs, ground movement analyses and the use of industry software such as PDisp, XDisp and slope stability programs. Experience in carrying out finite element analyses would be desirable.

The successful applicant will join their management team and will be expected to assist in driving the growth of the company. The ability to manage junior staff is therefore essential, along with an understanding of business development and existing contacts in the industry. A desire to be involved in shaping the future direction of the company is critical, as it embarks on an exciting new phase of growth.

The position will be based in their attractive converted barn in the Hertfordshire office and is predominantly office-based. They offer a competitive salary, private health insurance, workplace pension, gym membership, weekly free fruit, regular social events and a relaxed and friendly working environment.