Location
Edinburgh
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
07/05/2026
Closing date
28/05/2026
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
Edinburgh
£65,000 - £70,000
An exciting opportunity has become available for an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established ground engineering consultancy in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to play a key part in a growing geotechnical team delivering projects across the quarrying, infrastructure, and development sectors throughout the UK.
The company is looking for an experienced engineer with a strong technical background in geotechnics and quarry-related projects who is eager to progress into senior leadership. A clear pathway to Associate Director and Director level is available, alongside full chartership support and mentoring.
The Role
You will lead and manage a range of geotechnical projects, with a particular focus on quarry environments, slope stability, and earthworks. Responsibilities will include:
* Managing and delivering geotechnical projects across quarry and infrastructure sites
* Conducting slope stability and geotechnical risk assessments
* Designing and overseeing ground investigations
* Producing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports
* Providing technical advice to clients and project teams
* Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team growth
* Supporting business development and maintaining client relationships
* Assisting with quarry restoration and long-term land stability projects
Requirements
* Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
* Consultancy experience within geotechnical engineering or quarry-related projects
* Strong understanding of slope stability, ground investigation, and geotechnical design
* Experience managing projects and liaising directly with clients
* Chartered status or working towards Chartership (ICE/GeolSoc equivalent)
* Strong communication and leadership skills
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary and bonus package
* Full relocation package available
* Clear pathway to Director level
* Chartership support and professional development
* Flexible working arrangements
* Opportunity to work on technically interesting quarry and infrastructure projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious geotechnical engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and highly respected consultancy.