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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Job in Cardiff, Cardiff City Area, CF10, Wales, UK
Listing for: Penguin Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Structural Engineer
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Cardiff

Permanent Role

£35,000 to £45,000 per Annum

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with a few years of experience to develop their career within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

The team delivers integrated ground investigation, geotechnical and geo-environmental solutions, supporting clients from early-stage assessment through to design and construction. With strong backing from a wider engineering and environmental group, you'll benefit from collaboration across disciplines and exposure to diverse, technically challenging projects.

What's Involved:
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be involved in both site and office-based activities, including:

Planning and supervising ground investigations
Logging soil and rock in accordance with industry standards
Managing site data, samples and laboratory testing
Supporting interpretative reporting and risk assessments
Liaising with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams

Working as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Cardiff, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, practical solutions to complex ground conditions.

Candidate Requirements:
We're looking for a motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Cardiff who is keen to take the next step in their career:

Degree in geology, engineering geology or a related discipline
5 years'+ relevant industry experience
Strong understanding of site investigation techniques
Full UK driving licence

Benefits Package:

Exposure to a broad range of geotechnical and environmental projects
Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership
A collaborative and supportive team culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid Working
Flexible Working If you are a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next challenge in Cardiff, we would love to hear from you.

Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle. We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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