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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer 

Location: Wigan 

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

An established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Wigan. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys the design side of geotechnics and is looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects.

The Role:
 This is a design-led position, with a focus on delivering geotechnical solutions across a wide range of infrastructure and development projects. You will be involved from concept through to detailed design, working closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertaking detailed geotechnical design, including foundations, retaining structures, slopes, and earthworks
Producing and reviewing design calculations in line with Eurocodes and UK standards
Interpreting ground investigation data and developing ground models
Preparing high-quality technical reports and design specifications
Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal design teams
Providing technical input during project planning and delivery stagesRequirements:

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline
Strong experience in a geotechnical design role within a consultancy environment
Proficiency in design software (e.g. GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or similar)
Solid understanding of UK design standards and Eurocodes
Experience with foundation design, retaining walls, and slope stability analysis
Strong communication and report writing skillsDesirable:

Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE or equivalent)
Experience working on infrastructure or large-scale development projectsBenefits:

Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Hybrid/flexible working
Clear progression into principal/lead roles
Ongoing professional development and chartership support
Pension scheme and generous annual leaveThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy that works on a variety of ground engineering projects across the north west

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