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Geotechnical Engineer New

Job reference

171053_1773850040

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£30000 - £35000 per annum

Location

Derby

Industry sector

Engineering

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

18/03/2026

Closing date

08/04/2026

Geotechnical Engineer

Derby

£30,000 - £35,000

We are looing for a Geotechnical Engineer who is interested to join a growing multidisciplinary consultancy in Derby. If you are looking to join a consultancy that specialises in delivering high-quality solutions for existing commercial and residential developments, we woud love to hear from you.

The Role

This Geotechnical Engineer position will see you working across a variety of projects, supporting the assessment, investigation, and development of sites within existing commercial and residential environments.

As a Geotechnical Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

* Planning and supervising ground investigations

* Soil and rock logging in line with industry standards

* Producing factual and interpretive geotechnical reports

* Carrying out analysis and providing foundation and design recommendations

* Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams

* Supporting junior staff and contributing to project delivery

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer looking to develop technically while gaining exposure to a strong pipeline of repeat business across existing developments.

Requirements

* Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, or similar

* Experience within a geotechnical or ground investigation role

* Strong understanding of site investigation techniques and reporting

* Familiarity with UK standards and Eurocodes

* Full UK driving licence

Benefits

* Competitive salary and bonus scheme

* Great career progression with clear pathways to senior level

* Support towards Chartership (ICE or Geological Society)

* Ongoing training and development

* Pension scheme

* Generous annual leave

* Flexible working options

This Geotechnical Engineer role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation in the Derby market, particularly within existing commercial and residential sectors, making it an ideal opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer looking to progress their career.