Geotechnical Engineer | Wigan

We have a growing client who is a leader in delivering innovative, sustainable and high-quality engineering solutions across the infrastructure, energy, and environmental sectors. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative culture.

They are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join their expanding team. In this role, you will contribute to geotechnical investigations, analyses and designs for a wide variety of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, practical and cost-effective solutions.

• Conduct geotechnical site investigations, including planning, supervision, and logging.
• Perform geotechnical analyses (bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability, earthworks, ground improvement, etc.).
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Support the design of foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, and ground remediation solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and industry best practice.
• Contribute to risk assessments, method statements, and construction support activities.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in geotechnical site investigations and interpretation of ground conditions.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software (e.g., PLAXIS, GeoStudio, WALLAP, SLOPE/W, etc.) is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Chartered or working toward Chartership (CEng, MICE, or similar) is desirable.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and chartership support.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A supportive, collaborative, and innovative working environment.
• Involvement in high-profile and technically challenging projects.