Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Company: Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Chester
Job Description:

Graduate Geotechnical EngineerChester

Ref: 237491

Salary: £25,000 – £29,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established, independent engineering consultancy based in Chester. Operating for over 40 years, this team provides specialist civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering services across residential, commercial and industrial projects throughout the North West.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary (£25,000 – £29,000)
  • Structured training and career development
  • Exposure to varied and technically challenging projects
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Long-term career progression opportunities

As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will support a range of ground investigation and geotechnical assessment projects, gaining hands‑on experience from site investigation through to technical reporting and foundation recommendations. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer looking to develop their career within a supportive and experienced team.

The Role

  • Assisting with site investigations and ground assessments
  • Logging soil and rock samples
  • Preparing technical reports and factual data
  • Supporting geotechnical and geo‑environmental assessments
  • Liaising with clients, contractors and internal teams
  • Undertaking site visits across the region

Requirements

  • Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Geoscience, Earth Sciences or a related environmental discipline
  • Strong communication and report‑writing skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Full right to work in the UK
  • Ability to work both on‑site and in the office
  • Must live within a commutable distance of the Chester office

If you’re a motivated Graduate Geotechnical Engineer seeking a varied role with excellent development prospects, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a permanent role.

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Posted: June 20th, 2026