Geotechnical Engineer

Position:
Geotechnical Engineer

Location:

West Bromwich

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

• Plan, manage, and interpret geotechnical site investigations, including soil, rock, and groundwater analysis to inform foundation, slope stability, and earthworks design.
• Produce high-quality technical reports, geotechnical risk assessments, and design recommendations aligned with regulatory and industry standards.
• Collaborate with environmental specialists and project managers to deliver integrated, sustainable ground engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership on ground improvement, remediation design, and compliance verification across varied brownfield and greenfield developments.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders, driving innovative, cost‑effective solutions and ensuring successful delivery of complex geotechnical projects.

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in geotechnical investigation, design, or ground engineering within consultancy or contracting environments.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement principles.
• Proficient in geotechnical analysis and reporting software.
• Experience preparing factual and interpretative reports and delivering clear technical recommendations.
• Familiarity with relevant standards and guidance (BS 5930, Eurocode 7, NHBC).
• Excellent communication, coordination, and report‑writing skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Working towards or interested in pursuing professional chartership (ICE, Geol Soc, or equivalent).

• Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity for hybrid working following probation.
• Support toward professional development and chartership (ICE, Geol Soc, or equivalent).
• Regular exposure to diverse, technically challenging projects across the UK.
• Friendly, collaborative team environment with mentoring from experienced geotechnical professionals.