Location
Exeter
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
02/03/2026
Closing date
23/03/2026
Geotechnical Engineer
Reference: BY197053
Location: Exeter
Salary: £29,000 - £35,000
A well-established Geotechnical and Geo-Environmental consultancy based in the South West of England is looking to expand its Exeter team with a motivated Geotechnical Engineer. The role involves supporting a broad portfolio of ground-investigation assignments and suits someone with a solid grounding in site work and subsurface assessment. You'll be joining a business with more than two decades of industry experience, offering structured development, technical mentoring and long-term progression.
What's on offer for the Geotechnical Engineer:
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Competitive pay in the region of £29,000-£35,000
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High-quality technical training and ongoing skills development
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Exposure to a wide mix of engaging project work
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Strong prospects for professional growth and long-term stability
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Comprehensive benefits package, including an enhanced pension
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Clear pathways for continuous career advancement
About the Geotechnical Engineer role:
This position calls for someone ready to apply their geotechnical and geo-environmental knowledge across a range of complex projects. Responsibilities include organising and undertaking ground investigations, logging soils, carrying out groundwater and gas monitoring, preparing samples, collecting and processing field data, supervising drilling rigs, and producing both factual and interpretative reports. You'll work closely with experienced colleagues who will provide thorough guidance and support.
What you'll need to be considered for the Geotechnical Engineer role:
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Background in Geo-Environmental or Geotechnical Engineering
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Degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Geoscience, Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related subject
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Full UK driving licence
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Eligibility to work in the UK
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Ability to commute to the Exeter region
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.