Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Surrey, UK
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid 

About the Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Civil / Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing engineering team supporting a diverse portfolio of onshore and offshore energy projects, including both traditional developments and low carbon / energy transition initiatives.
This role is suited to an engineer who combines strong geotechnical expertise with broader civil engineering capability. The position is not purely specialist; instead, it requires a well-rounded professional able to contribute across foundations, earthworks, and civil structural elements such as retaining structures and pile design.
You will play a key role in delivering engineering solutions across feasibility, concept, FEED, detailed design and EPC/EPCM phases, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and supporting both project execution and technical development.

About You
You are someone who:

• Understands your technical strengths and is confident applying them
• Enjoys working across disciplines, not limited to a narrow specialism
• Thrives in collaborative, high-performing teams
• Is motivated to contribute to complex, large-scale energy projects
• Is adaptable and comfortable balancing hands-on engineering with coordination and leadership responsibilities

You bring a mindset focused on continuous improvement, accountability, and delivering high-quality engineering outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver civil and geotechnical engineering design, including:
  • Shallow and deep foundations
  • Pile design and analysis
  • Retaining structures
  • Earthworks and ground improvement
• Provide geotechnical input and interpretation, including:
  • Development of ground investigation scopes
  • Review and interpretation of soil data (new and existing)
  • Preparation of geotechnical reports and recommendations
• Perform and review:
  • Design calculations
  • Technical reports and deliverables
  • Engineering studies and assessments
• Support multidisciplinary project delivery, coordinating with:
  • Structural engineers
  • Process and mechanical teams
  • External consultants and contractors
• Contribute to project planning, including:
  • Identifying technical risks and constraints
  • Supporting cost and schedule considerations
  • Proposing practical and efficient solutions
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers where required
• Support procurement and contractor management, including:
  • Preparation of scopes of work
  • Technical bid evaluations
  • Review of contractor deliverables
• Participate in:
  • Design reviews
  • Management of change processes
  • Construction and commissioning support (as needed)

What You’ll Be Working On
Projects span a wide range of sectors including:

• Oil & gas and petrochemical developments
• Industrial and process facilities
• Energy transition projects such as:
  • Carbon capture (CCUS)
  • Hydrogen (green/blue)
  • Offshore wind
  • Emissions reduction initiatives

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Significant experience (~10–12 years) in:
  • Civil and geotechnical engineering
  • Energy, industrial, or infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Foundation design (shallow & deep)
  • Retaining structures and earthworks
  • Interpretation of geotechnical data
• Experience across project phases:
  • FEED
  • Detailed design
  • EPC/EPCM
• Familiarity with international standards and codes
• Chartered status (or working towards) is preferred

Technical Skills
Experience with relevant engineering tools such as:

• Foundation and geotechnical software (e.g., L-Pile, GRLWEAP or equivalent)
• Structural / civil tools (e.g., STAAD, SACS, Tekla TEDDS)
• General engineering tools (e.g., Excel, MathCAD)

Key Competencies

• Strong technical problem-solving ability
• Ability to work across both geotechnical and civil scopes
• Good coordination and communication skills
• Attention to detail and quality focus
• Commercial awareness and cost-conscious decision making
• Proactive and adaptable approach

Team & Environment
You will join a collaborative engineering team with capabilities across civil, structural, and geotechnical disciplines. The environment supports:

• Close team interaction and knowledge sharing
• International collaboration and project exposure
• Professional development and long-term career growth

Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity of background, experience and perspective is valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all identities and ensure equal opportunities for all.
 


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