Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

Competitive Salary

Job Sector

Environmental

Reference Code

BBBH35200_1782894788

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Role Purpose

Leads geotechnical design packages and mentors junior engineers on complex infrastructure and tunnelling projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake geotechnical assessments and interpret ground investigation data.
  • Prepare geotechnical design reports in accordance with Eurocode 7.
  • Carry out soil-structure interaction analysis and geotechnical calculations.
  • Support or lead deep excavation, retaining wall, and foundation design activities.
  • Contribute to tunnelling assessments including SCL, TBM, shaft, and portal works.
  • Comply with CDM 2015 regulations, company HSEQ procedures, and promote a positive safety culture across all activities.
  • Work in accordance with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 standards for information management and collaborative delivery.
  • Support NEC4 contract administration, early warning processes, Program reviews, and change management activities.
  • Review and approve technical deliverables, calculations, and specifications.
  • Provide mentoring and technical development support to junior engineers.

Technical Requirements

  • Proficiency in 2D/3D, and geotechnical design software.
  • Experience with gINT/OpenGround for ground investigation data management.
  • Understanding of pile design, retaining structures, and settlement analysis.
  • Knowledge of UK ground conditions and geotechnical risk management.
  • Familiarity with finite element modelling and construction staging.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary interfaces and design assurance processes.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology.
  • 6-10 years experience within infrastructure, tunnelling, or ground engineering sectors.
  • Working towards or holding Chartered status with ICE or Geological Society depending on level.
  • Strong understanding of Eurocode 7, BS standards, and UK industry practice.
  • Working towards or holding Chartered status with ICE or Geological Society depending on level.

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Role Purpose

Leads geotechnical design packages and mentors junior engineers on complex infrastructure and tunnelling projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake geotechnical assessments and interpret ground investigation data.
  • Prepare geotechnical design reports in accordance with Eurocode 7.
  • Carry out soil-structure interaction analysis and geotechnical calculations.
  • Support or lead deep excavation, retaining wall, and foundation design activities.
  • Contribute to tunnelling assessments including SCL, TBM, shaft, and portal works.
  • Comply with CDM 2015 regulations, company HSEQ procedures, and promote a positive safety culture across all activities.
  • Work in accordance with BIM Level 2 / ISO 19650 standards for information management and collaborative delivery.
  • Support NEC4 contract administration, early warning processes, Program reviews, and change management activities.
  • Review and approve technical deliverables, calculations, and specifications.
  • Provide mentoring and technical development support to junior engineers.

Technical Requirements

  • Proficiency in 2D/3D, and geotechnical design software.
  • Experience with gINT/OpenGround for ground investigation data management.
  • Understanding of pile design, retaining structures, and settlement analysis.
  • Knowledge of UK ground conditions and geotechnical risk management.
  • Familiarity with finite element modelling and construction staging.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary interfaces and design assurance processes.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology.
  • 6-10 years experience within infrastructure, tunnelling, or ground engineering sectors.
  • Working towards or holding Chartered status with ICE or Geological Society depending on level.
  • Strong understanding of Eurocode 7, BS standards, and UK industry practice.
  • Working towards or holding Chartered status with ICE or Geological Society depending on level.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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