https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-geotechnical-engineer-penguin-recruitment--52229c01-e813-4bf4-86e5-21954e6626c2 RSS feed for Principal Geotechnical Engineer at Penguin Recruitment. en-gb Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:20:20 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-geotechnical-engineer-penguin-recruitment--52229c01-e813-4bf4-86e5-21954e6626c2 https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-geotechnical-engineer-penguin-recruitment--52229c01-e813-4bf4-86e5-21954e6626c2 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Reading | Salary: £50000 - £60000/annum | Type: Permanent | Principal Geotechnical Engineer Reading -50,000 - -60,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy in Reading. This role offers the chance to lead a wide variety of geotechnical projects across the residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sectors while working within a collaborative and technically focused team. The successful candidate will take a leading role in the delivery of geotechnical projects from tender stage through to completion. You will be responsible for managing site investigations, undertaking geotechnical analysis and design, producing high-quality technical reports, and mentoring junior engineers. The role also offers the opportunity to develop client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the geotechnical team. Principal Geotechnical Engineer Requirements: Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline. Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE or Geological Society). Strong geotechnical design experience, including foundations, retaining structures, slope stabili... Permanent