Geotechnical Design Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer

Location:

Exeter
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 (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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.