Geotechnical Engineer

Mott Mac Donald Bentley are recruiting for a Geotechnical Engineer to join the Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA).

The 330km Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) Project by Anglian Water is under construction and will be completed during AMP
8. Beyond this we have a further 260km of water transfer pipelines and associated infrastructure to be delivered in AMP
8.

In this role, you will be undertaking geotechnical sampling and testing in advance of SPA pipe laying activity. You will support construction activities and ensure compaction and backfill is undertaken in accordance with the pipeline design requirements whilst maximising the utilisation of excavated material as pipeline bedding and surround.

The role will involve gathering of samples and undertaking site-based testing to support the engineering assessment of excavated materials. You will be required to liaise with site teams in undertaking these works and advance planning for pipe laying; providing technical support to the central SPA geotechnical team.

• Undertake in advance of pipeline construction Dynamic Cone Penetrometer & hand shear vane testing to confirm pipe design bedding class requirements, required temporary trench design based on site test data collected, and supervise trial excavations including soil logging.
• Plan and undertake intermittent earthwork construction trials to validate compaction requirement adjacent to the pipe trench in advance of pipe laying to negate the requirement for compaction validation and man entry into the trench.
• Plan additional investigations, sampling and testing where required to confirm soil classification.
• Support planning of options to move suitable materials along the pipeline to maximise reuse as bedding and surround to limit any requirements for import.

This job might be for you if you are:

• Educated to degree level in in geotechnical engineering / soil mechanics.
• Experienced in geotechnical design.
• Experienced in undertaking physical geotechnical sample testing.
• Proactive and with a practical nature.

Not only do we look for the best talent to join us on our journey, we also look for individuals to demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs.

Working with the highest degree of integrity, we want SPA employees to take ownership and accountability for their outputs and be driven to continuously improve how they work. SPA employees should act with the customer's best interest at heart, be clear and transparent communicators and be passionate about operating in an ethical fashion.

Our ambition is to build a more inclusive environment. We are committed to celebrating and promoting diversity.

At Mott Mac Donald Bentley you will be offered a competitive salary which is commensurate based on your experience.

Our core benefits include:

• Pension matched by employer up to 7%
• Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave
• Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options
• 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave/ Shared parental leave
• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs
• Gym Membership discounts UK wide
• Cycle to work scheme, interest free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available

Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott Mac Donald.

Mott Mac Donald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott Mac Donald.

This role is employed by Mott Mac Donald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott Mac Donald and JN Bentley colleagues.

Mott Mac Donald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.