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Permanent

Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment
London
money-bag £30000 - £35000/annum
Posted: 17 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 16 July 2026
Ref: 225256756

Geotechnical Engineer
Location: London
Salary: -30,000 - -35,000 (Dependent on Experience)



About the Role

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing London team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical engineering projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in both fieldwork and office-based activities, supporting projects from site investigation and data collection through to technical analysis, reporting, and project delivery. The position offers excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic and technically driven environment.



Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
  • Professional training and career development support.
  • Payment of travel expenses for site visits.
  • Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the UK.


Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake and supervise ground investigations on a variety of development and infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinate site activities and ensure investigations are completed to the required technical standards.
  • Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.
  • Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
  • Assist with foundation assessments, slope stability evaluations, and geotechnical risk assessments.
  • Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
  • Manage subcontractors, drilling contractors, and site operations.
  • Monitor project progress to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
  • Maintain accurate technical records and project documentation.
  • Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures.


Requirements

  • Previous experience working within a geotechnical, engineering geology, or geo-environmental consultancy environment.
  • Good understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical assessment methodologies.
  • Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, regulations, and industry best practice.
  • Strong report writing and technical communication skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to project delivery.
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

If you''re looking to progress your career in geotechnical engineering, we''d be keen to hear from you-apply now.

Interested in this or other roles in Geology, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards

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

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