Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Company: Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Kingswood
Job Description:

Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Location: StroudSalary: £50,000 – £70,000

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Hybrid working opportunities
  • Private healthcare
  • Company pension scheme
  • Professional membership fees paid
  • Chartership support and mentoring opportunities
  • Excellent career progression prospects

Requirements

  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline
  • Chartered status (or working towards Chartership) with a relevant professional body
  • Extensive experience within a geotechnical design consultancy environment
  • Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design and earthworks engineering
  • Experience using geotechnical design software and numerical modelling packages
  • Proven ability to manage projects and mentor junior engineers
  • Excellent report‑writing and communication skills
  • Commercial awareness and experience liaising directly with clients
  • Full UK driving licence preferred

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of foundations, retaining structures, slopes and earthworks solutions
  • Undertake complex geotechnical analysis and design calculations
  • Review and interpret ground investigation data and geotechnical reports
  • Prepare and review technical reports, specifications and design documentation
  • Manage projects from initial feasibility studies through to detailed design and construction support
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to graduate and junior engineers
  • Attend client meetings and develop strong professional relationships
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions
  • Undertake site visits and provide technical support during construction phases
  • Ensure compliance with relevant design standards, legislation and industry best practice
  • Support business development activities, including tender preparation and project proposals

Permanent role.

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Posted: July 16th, 2026