Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer

Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer - Edinburgh

REF: BY238323

Salary: £42,000 - £50,000

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, privately owned multidisciplinary engineering consultancy for a Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer to join its team in Edinburgh.

With a strong UK presence and expertise spanning civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation and water engineering, the company delivers innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions across a diverse project portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer to join a collaborative team with strong opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The Role

As a Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer, you'll work across both ground investigation and design, including planning and managing investigations, interpreting geotechnical data, developing ground models and producing technical reports. You'll also undertake geotechnical analysis and design covering foundations, earthworks, retaining structures, settlement and slope stability, while supporting junior staff and contributing to project delivery.

What's Offered

• Competitive salary (£42,000 - £50,000) and flexible benefits

• Generous annual leave

• Contributory pension, healthcare and life insurance

• Professional fees and training covered

• Flexible/hybrid working

• Bonus and loyalty schemes

• Clear career progression opportunities

The Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer will ideally have:

• Strong UK consultancy experience across investigation and design

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology

• Chartered or working towards chartership

• Experience with relevant geotechnical modelling software

• Excellent communication and project management skills

• A full clean driving licence

• Full right to work in the UK

• Be living in or within commuting distance of Edinburgh

If you're an experienced Principal Geotechnical Design Engineer seeking a varied role in Edinburgh, apply today.

If you are interested in this or other Geotechnical Engineering/Consulting roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.