Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Leeds
Salary: -32,000 - -42,000 (depending on experience)

A well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing Leeds office. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality geotechnical and geoenvironmental solutions across the UK, this is an excellent opportunity to join a company that invests heavily in employee development and offers clear career progression.

You''ll work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure and industrial developments, taking projects from site investigation through to detailed geotechnical design.

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and supervising ground investigations.
• Logging soil and rock samples to current standards.
• Producing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Carrying out geotechnical analysis and foundation recommendations.
• Liaising with clients, contractors and design teams.
• Assisting with slope stability, retaining wall and foundation design.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Experience within a UK geotechnical consultancy.
• Knowledge of UK ground investigation practices.
• Experience producing geotechnical reports.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Clear and structured career progression.
• Support towards Chartership.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Paid professional memberships.
• Exposure to a wide range of challenging projects across the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy that combines the resources of a national business with the supportive culture of a close-knit team, offering genuine long-term career development within the geotechnical sector.