Geotechnical Design Engineer

Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: BristolSalary: £28,000-£32,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with experience looking to take the next step in your career? An exciting opportunity has become available to join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy delivering a wide range of geotechnical, ground investigation, and infrastructure projects across York, London, and the wider UK.

You will join a highly experienced team, working on residential, commercial, and major infrastructure developments while continuing to develop your technical expertise and project management skills within a collaborative and supportive environment. This role is ideal for a motivated Geotechnical Engineer seeking long-term career progression.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • Annual performance reviews and career development opportunities
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Pension scheme
  • Flexible and hybrid working options
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects
  • Support towards professional chartership
  • Friendly and collaborative working environment
  • Clear opportunities for career progression in York

Key Responsibilities

  • Planning and undertaking geotechnical site investigations and ground assessments.
  • Supervising intrusive ground investigations and site works.
  • Soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater monitoring.
  • Interpreting geotechnical and geo-environmental data.
  • Preparing factual and interpretative ground investigation reports.
  • Conducting foundation and earthworks assessments.
  • Assisting with slope stability, retaining wall, and earth retention design assessments.
  • Coordinating geotechnical laboratory testing programmes.
  • Supporting project delivery from initial investigation through to reporting and design.
  • Liaising with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards during site activities.

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a geotechnical engineering or ground investigation consultancy environment.
  • Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical principles.
  • Experience preparing geotechnical reports and interpreting site investigation data.
  • Knowledge of foundation design, earthworks, and geotechnical assessment methodologies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage workload effectively and work both independently and within a team.
  • Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Right to work in the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Geotechnical Engineer seeking to further their career within a well-established consultancy that values technical excellence, professional development, and long-term progression.

If you are looking for your next challenge as a Geotechnical Engineer in York and have a minimum of two years’ relevant experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.

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Posted: July 23rd, 2026