Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Associate Geotechnical Engineer

Plymouth

Permanent Opportunity

-60,000 to -80,000 per Annum

Ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to lead challenging ground engineering projects, mentor talented engineers, and help deliver practical, commercially focused solutions across diverse sectors.

As an Associate Geotechnical Engineer, you will oversee investigations, geotechnical design, technical reporting, and client relationships while supporting business growth. Working from Plymouth, you will contribute to projects involving infrastructure, development, slope stability, retaining structures, contaminated land, and site investigations.

We are looking for an experienced Associate Geotechnical Engineer with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to manage projects from proposal through delivery. Chartered status, or progression towards it, is desirable.

In return, the Associate Geotechnical Engineer will join a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. You''ll have the opportunity to shape projects, influence technical excellence, and develop future talent while working on varied and rewarding schemes.

If you''re an ambitious Associate Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next leadership opportunity in Plymouth, we''d love to hear from you. Apply today and help deliver smarter ground engineering solutions that reduce risk, add value, and support successful project outcomes across the UK.

Candidate Requirements:

• Live within a commutable distance of Plymouth or Exeter
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Substantial experience in the ground investigation sector
• Full right to work in the UK permanently

Company Benefits:

• Chartership support
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Generous holiday allowance
• Enhanced pension scheme

Interested in this or other roles, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle. We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.