Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

• Category: Geotechnical Engineering

Description

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Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

A highly respected, award-winning UK consultancy is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their expanding team in Leeds. This specialist firm delivers geotechnical and geoenvironmental solutions across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and energy sectors, offering a full project lifecycle service from initial ground investigation through to detailed design and construction support.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary (£35,000 – £45,000) and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects
• Supportive, collaborative team with strong technical expertise
• Ongoing professional development within an industry-leading consultancy

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will take on a varied role combining geotechnical design and ground investigation. The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for planning and supervising site investigations, interpreting ground data, and producing high-quality reports. The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will also contribute to foundation design, earthworks, slope stability, and ground movement assessments, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

Requirements:

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology or related field
• Strong experience in geotechnical design and/or ground investigation
• Ability to manage projects and deliver technical reports
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Must live in or near to Leeds or be able to commute

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking to advance their career within a forward-thinking consultancy based in Leeds, offering exposure to diverse and technically challenging work

If you are interested in this or other roles in Geo-Environmental Engineering/Geologist roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on beth.young@penguinrecruitment.co.uk. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

Company

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Penguin Recruitment

Penguin offers a professional recruitment service delivered with a friendly, positive personality. We are experienced at sourcing candidates at all levels of seniority throughout our specialist markets.

Penguin Recruitment Consultants are selected for their advanced communication skills paired with a genuine energy and can-do attitude to ensure candidates and clients alike receive a thorough, enthusiastic and quality recruitment experience.

Penguin Recruitment Ltd operates as both an Employment Business and an Employment Agency meaning we are able to provide both temporary and permanent staff. Penguin Recruitment is a member of REC (The Recruitment and Employment Confederation).