Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Lead Ground Design

Arup; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Health insurance

Flexible working

Global opportunities

Training & mentorship

Job summary

Arup in Ireland is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical design and provide expert advisory services across major infrastructure projects. You will manage project delivery, budgets, and client interactions while mentoring junior engineers.

Opportunities to contribute to national standards and sustainability are central to the role. You should have a strong geotechnical background, experience in ground investigation, and progression toward Chartered status, with a track

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Post-graduate Geotechnical qualification advantageous.
• Chartered status or working towards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design and construction support for major projects.
• Deliver geotechnical solutions for nationally significant infrastructure in Ireland.
• Provide expert input and advisory services for developments across Ireland.
• Manage project delivery, budgets, and client relationships.
• Mentor junior engineers and support senior leaders in expert witness work.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Ground investigation

Numerical analysis

GIS

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Honours Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Post-graduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering

Chartered status with a professional engineering organisation

Tools

None

Job description

Arup in Ireland is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical design and provide expert advisory services across major infrastructure projects. You will manage project delivery, budgets, and client interactions while mentoring junior engineers.

Opportunities to contribute to national standards and sustainability are central to the role. You should have a strong geotechnical background, experience in ground investigation, and progression toward Chartered status, with a track