Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting UK Ltd; United States; A distancia; USD 109.000 - 128.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote (UK-wide)

High autonomy

Interesting and challenging projects

Descripción de la vacante

Strata Consulting is recruiting an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join a highly regarded multidisciplinary engineering consultancy. This is a fully remote, UK-wide role delivering geotechnical design packages across civil, infrastructure and development projects.

You will lead ground investigations interpretation, develop ground models and design foundations, retaining structures and earthworks, working to Eurocode 7 and UK standards with autonomy and support for junior engineers.

Formación

• Significant geotechnical design experience in an engineering consultancy.
• Senior/Principal level experience and ability to lead.
• Strong grounding in Eurocode 7 and UK geotechnical standards.
• Proven ability to interpret ground data and develop models.

Responsabilidades

• Lead geotechnical design packages from ground investigation to construction support.
• Develop geotechnical ground models from investigation data.
• Design foundations, retaining structures and earthworks.
• Produce detailed calculations and technical reports.

Conocimientos

Geotechnical design

Ground investigation

Eurocode 7

UK standards

PLAXIS

Oasys

Educación

Civil Engineering degree

Geotechnical Engineering

Herramientas

PLAXIS

Oasys

Descripción del empleo

Location: Fully Remote – UK

Rate: £60–£70 per hour

Job Type: Contract

Working Arrangement: 100% Remote

The Opportunity

Strata Consulting is recruiting an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer for a highly respected, established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished Geotechnical Engineer to work on a fully remote basis, delivering a range of challenging civil engineering, infrastructure and development projects.

You will take responsibility for delivering geotechnical design packages, providing specialist technical expertise and working collaboratively with civil and structural engineering teams.

The position would suit an experienced Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineer who enjoys technical autonomy, complex engineering challenges and taking ownership of project deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical design packages from ground investigation and interpretation through to detailed design and construction support.
• Interpret ground investigation information and develop geotechnical ground models.
• Undertake the analysis and design of shallow and deep foundations, including piled foundations.
• Design and assess retaining structures, earthworks, slopes and ground improvement solutions.
• Carry out slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity and foundation assessments.
• Produce and review detailed calculations, geotechnical reports, specifications and technical documentation.
• Provide technical advice on ground conditions, geotechnical risks and appropriate engineering solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with Eurocode 7, British Standards and relevant industry guidance.
• Coordinate with civil, structural and other engineering disciplines.
• Review and check technical designs and support junior engineers where required.
• Manage technical deliverables to agreed project programmes and deadlines.

Essential Requirements

• Significant experience in geotechnical design within an engineering consultancy.
• Experience operating at Senior or Principal Engineer level.
• Strong knowledge of foundation engineering, retaining structures, slope stability and earthworks.
• Proven ability to interpret ground investigation data and develop ground models.
• Excellent understanding of Eurocode 7 and UK geotechnical design standards.
• Experience producing and checking detailed calculations and technical reports.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical deliverables.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related subject.

Desirable Experience

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Geologist (CGeol).
• Experience using PLAXIS, Oasys or equivalent geotechnical design software.
• Experience across highways, infrastructure, residential, commercial or major development projects.
• Knowledge of temporary works and construction-stage geotechnical design.
• Experience providing technical approval and design checking.

What's on Offer?

• £60–£70 per hour
• Fully remote working – UK-wide
• Established and respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy
• Interesting and technically challenging projects
• High level of autonomy and responsibility
• Opportunity to contribute to significant civil engineering and infrastructure schemes