Geotechnical Engineer
CV-LibraryLeeds, West YorkshirepermanentPosted: 9 July 2026
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Location: Leeds
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience)
A well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing Leeds office. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality geotechnical and geoenvironmental solutions across the UK, this is an excellent opportunity to join a company that invests heavily in employee development and offers clear career progression.
You'll work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure and industrial developments, taking projects from site investigation through to detailed geotechnical design.
The Geotechnical Engineer Role
As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Planning and supervising ground investigations.
Logging soil and rock samples to current standards.
Producing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
Carrying out geotechnical analysis and foundation recommendations.
Liaising with clients, contractors and design teams.
Assisting with slope stability, retaining wall and foundation design.
Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
Requirements
Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
Experience within a UK geotechnical consultancy.
Knowledge of UK ground investigation practices.
Experience producing geotechnical reports.
Full UK driving licence.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual reviews.
Clear and structured career progression.
Support towards Chartership.
Ongoing technical training and professional development.
Hybrid working opportunities.
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
Company pension.
Paid professional memberships.
Exposure to a wide range of challenging projects across the UK.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy that combines the resources of a national business with the supportive culture of a close-knit team, offering genuine long-term career development within the geotechnical sector
Location: Leeds
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience)
A well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing Leeds office. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality geotechnical and geoenvironmental solutions across the UK, this is an excellent opportunity to join a company that invests heavily in employee development and offers clear career progression.
You'll work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure and industrial developments, taking projects from site investigation through to detailed geotechnical design.
The Geotechnical Engineer Role
As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for:
Planning and supervising ground investigations.
Logging soil and rock samples to current standards.
Producing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
Carrying out geotechnical analysis and foundation recommendations.
Liaising with clients, contractors and design teams.
Assisting with slope stability, retaining wall and foundation design.
Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
Requirements
Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
Experience within a UK geotechnical consultancy.
Knowledge of UK ground investigation practices.
Experience producing geotechnical reports.
Full UK driving licence.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual reviews.
Clear and structured career progression.
Support towards Chartership.
Ongoing technical training and professional development.
Hybrid working opportunities.
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
Company pension.
Paid professional memberships.
Exposure to a wide range of challenging projects across the UK.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy that combines the resources of a national business with the supportive culture of a close-knit team, offering genuine long-term career development within the geotechnical sector