Location
Glasgow
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
08/11/2026
Closing date
29/11/2026
Geotechnical Engineer - Glasgow
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
REF: 281011
Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking to join a well-established specialist ground engineering consultancy?
Our client is an experienced and highly regarded consultancy providing geotechnical, geophysical and geoenvironmental investigation and advisory services to the civil engineering and development sectors. Working on a diverse range of projects across Scotland, this is an excellent opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer to develop their technical skills within a knowledgeable and supportive team.
Based near Glasgow, the successful Geotechnical Engineer will be involved throughout the project lifecycle.
The role will involve:
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Planning and managing ground investigations
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Undertaking site work and supervising intrusive investigations
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Logging soils and rock
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Reviewing laboratory data
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Producing high-quality interpretative reports
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Providing practical geotechnical recommendations
You will have the opportunity to work across a varied portfolio, gaining exposure to a range of specialist ground engineering projects.
What's on offer:
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Competitive salary (£30,000 - £35,000), dependent on experience
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Varied and technically interesting projects
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Excellent opportunities for professional development
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Supportive and experienced team environment
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Long-term career progression
Requirements:
To be considered for this Geotechnical Engineer position, you should have relevant geotechnical or engineering geology experience and a strong technical understanding of ground investigation and reporting. A full UK driving licence and full right to work in the UK are essential. You must also be living in or near the Glasgow office.
If you're a Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Glasgow, get in touch today to discuss the role further.
We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.