Job Title
Senior Engineering Technician – Permanent Position (Geotechnical Engineer)
Opportunity
Join our Consulting Geotechnical Practice to deliver projects across the UK and Ireland. The role is based primarily in our Design Hub in York, with consideration for candidates based in Manchester.
Key Clients
- Network Rail
- National Highways Midlands and South West Regions
- National Highways Specialist Bridge Infrastructure Management
- Midlands Highways Alliance
- Staffordshire County Council
- Trafford Council
- Swindon Borough Council
- Sheffield City Council
- Ministry of Justice
- Ministry of Defence
- South Wales Trunk Road Agent
- North and Mid Wales Trunk Road Agent
- South East Wales Technical and Professional Services Framework
Core Geotechnical Consultancy Services
- Desk Studies / Feasibility Assessments
- Ground Investigations – scoping, planning, procuring, supervising, managing and reporting
- Earthwork design and specification for cuttings, embankments, rock slopes, reinforced soils, etc.
- Design of foundations, retaining structures and ground improvement schemes
- Technical review and Geotechnical Risk Analysis
- Geotechnical Asset Management
- Mining Risk Assessment
Responsibilities
- Provide support and assistance to Senior or Principal Engineers on a variety of ground engineering schemes.
- Take ownership of and lead specific project deliverables from start to finish.
- Prepare designs, calculations and documentation to meet quality, cost and programme criteria.
- Liaise with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attend progress meetings and respond to queries.
- Contribute to bid preparation and the general work‑winning function.
- Play an active role in effective Health and Safety practices within the team.
Qualifications and Experience
- Working towards Chartered or Incorporated status with the Institution of Civil Engineers, Geological Society of London, or another relevant professional body.
- Developed experience and expertise in the geotechnical field from an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent.
- Solid knowledge of technical reporting procedures in line with Network Rail Standards, National Highways standards (CD 622), and design production in accordance with EC7, the DMRB and the MCHW.
- Ownership of deliverable preparation and strong commercial awareness, including CDM and risk assessment.
- Experience managing and communicating hazards and risks on projects, applying appropriate risk mitigation and transference.
- Understanding of interface management, ensuring own deliverables align with those from other disciplines.
- Proficiency in relevant software and analytical tools (e.g., Wallap, SlopeW, Plaxis 2D or 3D).
Benefits
- Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans aligned with individual ambition.
- Competitive salary and compensation.
- Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
- 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits scheme, including options to purchase additional leave and insurance benefits, a Cycle2Work scheme, and discounted gym membership.
- Access to Amey’s Save with Amey programme for discounts from leading retailers.
- Family‑friendly policies for new parents or carers of dependants.
- Membership of Affinity Networks supporting diverse communities within Amey.
- Two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs or reasonable adjustments.
About Amey
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner, delivering, protecting and maintaining critical assets and systems.
Legal Statement
This position is open to all applicants in accordance with equal opportunity legislation. The vacancy is considered open unless notified otherwise by the hiring team.
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