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Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Fusion People Ltd
Durham
money-bag £55000 - £60000/annum + benefits
Posted: 11 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 10 September 2026
Ref: 225478296

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Permanent role

Up to -60,000

Durham OR North Yorkshire OR West Yorkshire - Hybrid working 2 days from home

Multidisciplinary Consultancy

A Principal Geotechnical Engineer is required to join a multidisciplinary consultancy in the North-East. You will lead and deliver ground engineering solutions across a range of infrastructure and development projects.


Principal Geotechnical Engineer - BENEFITS

  • Salary - up to -60,000
  • Annual leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave per year
  • Pension scheme: up to 6% contribution
  • Hybrid working to support you in a healthy work-life balance
  • Ongoing professional development through varying project work
  • Flexible working system allowing team members to accrue 1.5 days flexi time per month
  • Cycle2work scheme
  • Discounts from leading retailers
  • Generous maternity leave package

Principal Geotechnical Engineer - RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and deliver geotechnical projects from planning through to completion
  • Develop geotechnical design solutions (foundations, slope stability, earthworks, retaining structures, and ground improvement)
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership across project teams
  • Contribute to business growth through proposals, tenders, and networking activities

Principal Geotechnical Engineer - REQUIREMENTS

  • BSc in Geology or a related discipline, with an MSc in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent
  • Chartered professional (CEng, CGeol, or equivalent) with substantial post-chartership experience
  • Proven consultancy experience delivering geotechnical and engineering geology projects
  • Commercially aware, with experience managing project budgets and financial performance
  • Full UK driving licence as site visits are required

- Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You''ll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

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