Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Egis; Castlebar; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Engineering - Ireland is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer with 10+ years of post-graduate experience to lead geotechnical input on major infrastructure projects across Ireland. You will deliver complex designs, supervise ground investigations, and coordinate with civil, structural and environmental teams.

The role offers hybrid working options, a substantial remit for design excellence, and collaboration with public and private sector clients. Chartered status is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post graduate experience in geotechnical design.
• Experience delivering geotechnical designs for major infrastructure projects (highways, rail, active travel).
• Chartered status with Engineers Ireland or nearing chartered status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical input on large civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review geotechnical design calculations, reports, specs, and drawings.
• Mentor junior staff within the geotechnical team.
• Perform ground investigation scoping, design, supervision and interpretation.
• Collaborate with civil, structural and environmental teams.
• Liaise with stakeholders, clients and contractors during design and construction.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Earthworks

Foundations

Ground improvement

PLAXIS

SLOPE/W

WALLAP

Settle3

Education

Geotechnical/Civil Engineering degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PLAXIS

SLOPE/W

WALLAP

Settle3

Job description

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland's future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1959, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end-to-end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award-winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our Team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040

Our key areas of expertise in Structural Design include:

• Smart cities
• Large Scale Residential and Commercial Buildings
• Water & Wastewater

Our key areas of expertise in Civil Engineering include:

• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland's future. To work with the government, clients and communities to plan, build and sustain infrastructure that will advance and enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team have been active in Ireland since 1959, evolving and expanding over time into a company that offers an end-to-end service; planning, designing and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings and structures.

In 2023 JB Barry and Partners was welcomed into Egis, bringing our award-winning team to almost 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our Team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental teams, asset and maintenance managers and quantity surveyors all working together

We work in partnership with public sector clients and private companies both at home and internationally, and we are committed to supporting the government in realising their climate, infrastructural and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040

Our key areas of expertise in Structural Design include:

• Smart cities
• Large Scale Residential and Commercial Buildings
• Water & Wastewater

Our key areas of expertise in Civil Engineering include:

• Rail & Urban transit
• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Location: Ireland (Flexible with Hybrid Working Options)

Company: Egis Engineering - Ireland

Department: Geotechnical Design

Reporting To: Director / Geotechnical Department Manager

We are now looking to grow our talented Geotechnical team with a highly experienced Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer with a minimum of 10 years post graduate experience.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering complex geotechnical design solutions across major infrastructure projects including highways, motorways, rail, active travel schemes, and drainage works.

This is a crucial position within our Geotechnical team, supporting the delivery of multidisciplinary design projects for both public and private sector clients across Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical input on large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review geotechnical design calculations, reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior staff within the geotechnical team.
• Undertake ground investigation scoping, design, supervision, and interpretation.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, and environmental engineering teams.
• Liaise with project stakeholders, clients, and contractors during design and construction phases.
• Ensure that all geotechnical design work is delivered to the highest quality and safety standards in accordance with Eurocodes and Irish/UK standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum 10 years' post-graduate experience in geotechnical design engineering.
• Proven experience working on large civil infrastructure projects within a busy consultancy environment.
• Strong experience in the design and analysis of earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, and ground improvement techniques.
• Proficient in geotechnical design software (e.g., PLAXIS, SLOPE/W, WALLAP, Settle3, etc.).
• Chartership (CEng or approaching Chartered status) with Engineers Ireland or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams on TII, Irish Rail or NTA-led projects.
• Familiarity with BIM processes and digital design workflows.
• Project management and client-facing experience.

Additional Information

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone's contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.