Job Description:

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Leicester (Hybrid)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

A well-established multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing Leicester-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of geotechnical and ground investigation projects across commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.

The successful candidate will play a key role in both field and office-based activities, supporting projects from initial site investigation through to technical reporting and project delivery. Working within a flexible hybrid environment, this role is ideal for a motivated Geotechnical Engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise and career within a supportive consultancy setting.

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Travel expenses covered for site visits.
• Ongoing professional development and training support.
• Employee wellbeing and support programme.

• Undertake and supervise ground investigation works across a variety of sites.
• Coordinate site operations and ensure technical standards are maintained throughout projects.
• Log soil and rock samples in accordance with industry standards.
• Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Assist with geotechnical risk assessments and foundation recommendations.
• Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
• Manage subcontractors and site contractors during project delivery.
• Monitor project progress to ensure deadlines and budgets are achieved.
• Maintain accurate project records and technical documentation.
• Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Support junior staff and contribute to team development where appropriate.

• Previous experience within a geotechnical or geoenvironmental consultancy environment.
• Understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical assessment practices.
• Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of current geotechnical and environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and commercial awareness.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer looking to progress their career within a forward-thinking and technically focused consultancy environment.

For more information on this or similar opportunities, please contact Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent opportunity. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this vacancy.