Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Lincoln, UK
Salary: -45,000 - -60,000 + benefits

Overview

An established and expanding geotechnical consultancy is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its Lincoln office. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to lead projects, provide technical oversight, and mentor junior staff across a wide range of ground engineering schemes.

You will play a pivotal role in delivering both ground investigation and geotechnical design, working across sectors including residential, commercial, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing geotechnical projects from inception through to completion
• Designing and specifying ground investigations, including boreholes, trial pits, and in-situ testing
• Developing robust ground models and providing geotechnical interpretations
• Undertaking and reviewing geotechnical design, including:
• Shallow and deep foundations
• Retaining walls and earthworks
• Slope stability and ground improvement solutions
• Producing and reviewing factual and interpretative reports
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring junior engineers and geologists
• Managing client relationships and contributing to business development
• Ensuring compliance with BS 5930, Eurocode 7, and relevant UK standards
• Overseeing health & safety on projects, including RAMS and site supervision

Requirements

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or similar
• 5+ years'' experience within geotechnical engineering
• Strong background in both ground investigation and geotechnical design
• Proven experience in project management and client interaction
• Proficient in geotechnical design software (e.g. GeoStudio, PLAXIS, WALLAP, or similar)
• Strong report writing and technical review skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE or Geological Society)
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects
• Knowledge of contaminated land and remediation

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Clear progression to Principal level
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension and enhanced benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and chartership support
• Opportunity to lead technically challenging and high-profile projects

Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to take on a leadership role within a growing consultancy, with great influence over project delivery and team development.