Geotechnical Engineer

Salary: 45,000 – 55,000 + Benefits PackageLocation: LondonJob Type: Permanent | Full-TimeThe OpportunityWe are recruiting for an established, highly respected engineering design consultancy in Central London that is looking to appoint a talented Geotechnical Design Engineer to join its growing specialist team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with 5+ years' experience to develop their career, working on a diverse range of technically challenging projects across the built environment. You will work closely with senior geotechnical specialists and multidisciplinary design teams, delivering innovative and practical engineering solutions across new-build developments, refurbishment and complex structural reuse projects.

The consultancy offers a collaborative working environment, excellent professional development opportunities and the chance to work on some exciting London-based projects. Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver geotechnical design packages covering temporary and permanent works.

Design retaining walls, piled foundations and excavation support systems. Review ground investigation data and develop geotechnical ground models. Produce technical reports, calculations, specifications and design drawings.

Undertake ground movement and soil-structure interaction assessments. Carry out foundation interaction and building damage assessments. Assess the impact of construction on third-party assets, including tunnels, utilities and underground infrastructure.

Assist with specifying ground investigations and reviewing contractor proposals. Liaise with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams. Support junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team.

What We're Looking ForMinimum 5 years' experience in geotechnical engineering design. Strong understanding of soil mechanics, ground engineering and geotechnical design principles. Experience designing retaining structures, foundations and excavation support systems.

Knowledge of UK geotechnical standards and design practices. Experience reviewing ground investigation data and developing ground models. Strong technical reporting and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively.

Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Desirable Software ExperienceExperience with any of the following would be advantageous: Oasys: PILE, ALP, ADSEC, PDISP, XDISP and SLOPE.PLAXIS 2D / 3D: Numerical modelling and soil-structure interaction.

WALLAP: Retaining wall design. AutoCAD: Design and technical drawings. Python / Excel VBA: Engineering automation and calculations. Experience working with London ground conditions, basement construction, deep excavations or underground infrastructure would be particularly beneficial.

What's on Offer? Salary: 45,000 – 55,000 + Benefits PackageOpportunity to join an established, employee-owned engineering consultancy. Exposure to technically challenging and varied projects. Work alongside experienced geotechnical and structural engineering specialists.

Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. Supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking working environment. Opportunity to develop specialist expertise in advanced geotechnical design and numerical modelling.

Interested? If you're a Geotechnical Design Engineer looking for your next career move in London, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Strata Consulting for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

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