Field and Core Logging Engineer

Overview

Location:

Wallingford (Office) with travel to offshore project sites. Work Environment:
On-site onshore laboratory and offshore rotations.

Hours:

Full-time 37.5 hours per week onshore; offshore shifts operate in 12-hour rotations.

Are you excited by turning raw geological samples into meaningful insights that shape safer, more resilient infrastructure? As a Field and Core Logging Engineer at Fugro, you will help unlock Geo-data that supports renewable energy projects, transport networks, coastal protection and more. You will work onshore in the geotechnical laboratory and offshore on live site investigations, contributing to high-quality data collection for engineering teams and global clients.

You will report to Senior Core Logging Engineers onshore and support Lead Shift Engineers or Site Managers offshore, joining a collaborative team focused on curiosity, precision and continuous learning. If you enjoy hands-on technical work, varied environments and growing your geotechnical expertise, this is an ideal opportunity to advance your career.

• Deliver high-quality geotechnical data by processing, logging and testing soil and rock samples in line with Fugro procedures and relevant standards (e.g., BS5930, Eurocode 7, ISO).
• Support offshore site investigations by performing in-situ testing, laboratory work and accurate data recording during shift-based operations.
• Ensure all data — logged, tested, processed or interpreted — is complete, accurate and ready for integration into project deliverables.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards, including compliance with QHSE procedures and RPE requirements where applicable.
• Conduct core logging, basic geotechnical testing, thermal conductivity and electrical resistivity testing in both onshore and offshore settings.
• Enter, process and validate data using spreadsheets and in-house software such as GeODin and GERRIT, including calculations and QA/QC checks.
• Assist in equipment calibration, maintenance and inventory to ensure smooth operation of the logging facility and offshore lab.
• Support training of team members and contribute to generation of project deliverables and reports.
• Collaborate across teams including laboratory staff, project managers, QHSE teams and client representatives to meet project objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Civil Engineering, Geology or related discipline.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work confidently in a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
• Foundation-level understanding of soil and rock logging principles, or willingness to build this knowledge through on-the-job training.
• Willingness and physical ability to stand for extended periods (8–12 hours) and undertake offshore shift work.
• Flexibility to travel offshore and to Fugro facilities as required, with support and training provided.

• What we offer:
  
  positive work environment and opportunities to stretch and develop yourself, with the freedom to grow faster to do what you do best.
• Our diversity, equity and inclusion commitment: we value diverse viewpoints and require respectful, fair treatment for all employees.
• Benefits include: extensive career and training opportunities, competitive salary, contributory pension, private medical insurance, health cash plan, group life assurance, electric car scheme, discounted gym memberships, and additional programs such as maternity/paternity pay and long service awards.

Disclaimer:
This description is for job posting purposes and reflects the responsibilities, qualifications and benefits publicly offered by Fugro. See official postings for the most current information.