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Engineering Geologist (Design) - Manchester
Engineering Geologist (Design) required for one of the UK's leading specialist engineering geology teams. This Engineering Geologist (Design) role offers genuine hands-on technical work across rock and soil slope stability, blasting design, numerical modelling and remedial engineering, working on some of the most complex and high profile ground engineering projects in the UK and overseas.
THE ROLE - ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST (DESIGN)
As Engineering Geologist (Design) you will work across the full project lifecycle, from site characterisation and geohazard assessment through to detailed design and construction support, working closely with the geotechnical design FEM team on numerical modelling for complex schemes. This is not a desk-based feasibility role. You will be involved in:
Rock and soil slope stability assessment and design of remedial works
Blasting and excavation design for rock cuttings
Rock mass classification using RSHI and the NGI Q-system
Numerical modelling (Plaxis, finite element and limit equilibrium analysis) for slope and foundation design
Geohazard and landslide risk assessment using LiDAR and satellite terrain data
Design of remedial measures including rock dowelling, sprayed concrete, soil nailing and netting
Site supervision and technical direction during constructionRECENT PROJECTS
Emergency embankment stabilisation for Network Rail following major landslides
Engineering geological assessment on Ascension Island, covering landslides, rock slopes and tunnels
Geotechnical design for a hotel development in Saudi Arabia built into a granite rock formationWHAT WE OFFER
A dedicated, well established engineering geology team with recognised experts in their field, working alongside a specialist geotechnical design FEM team
Fast paced, dynamic projects, often seen through from start to finish
Opportunities to undertake rope access work
Strong team culture and genuine variety of technical work
Competitive salary and benefits packageTHE IDEAL ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST (DESIGN) WILL HAVE
A degree or MSc in Engineering Geology, Geology or a related discipline
Experience in rock slope design, ground investigation or geotechnical design
Strong report writing and communication skills
A genuine interest in hands-on, technical engineering geology workIf you are an Engineering Geologist looking for a design-focused role with real technical depth and variety, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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