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Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd • Reading, Berkshire, UK
23 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer - Reading

Ref: 242974

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to join a respected multidisciplinary engineering consultancy near Reading. With an established reputation for delivering innovative civil, structural and geotechnical solutions across major UK developments, this role is ideal for a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer looking to take the next step from a main grade position into a role with greater technical responsibility, project ownership and career progression.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus an excellent benefits package.
  • Clear progression into technical leadership and project management.
  • Ongoing CPD, professional development and chartership support.
  • Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects across the UK.
  • Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Key responsibilities for the Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer:

  • Leading the geotechnical design of foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, slope stability and temporary works schemes.
  • Managing multiple projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
  • Reviewing and interpreting complex ground investigation data to produce robust design solutions.
  • Preparing and checking technical reports, calculations and design documentation.
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
  • Liaising directly with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Supporting project delivery, commercial performance and business development opportunities.

Requirements for the Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer:

  • Proven experience delivering geotechnical design projects within a consultancy environment.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of current design standards and geotechnical analysis.
  • Experience reviewing the work of junior engineers and providing technical support.
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Full right to work in the UK.
  • Able to commute to the Reading office.

If you're an ambitious Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer ready to take on greater responsibility and progress your career within a highly regarded consultancy, we'd be pleased to hear from you. This Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer opportunity offers the chance to influence major projects while developing your leadership and technical expertise.

If you are interested in this or other Geotechnical Engineering roles then please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

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