Location
Cambridge
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
28/07/2026
Closing date
18/08/2026
Graduate Engineering Geologist
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £28,000 - £34,000
An excellent opportunity has become available for a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Cambridge. This is an ideal role for a recent geology, engineering geology or geoscience graduate looking to build a long-term career within the ground engineering sector.
You'll work alongside experienced engineering geologists and geotechnical engineers on a wide variety of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the UK. The role offers a great balance of site and office work, providing exposure to every stage of ground investigation projects.
The Role
As a Graduate Engineering Geologist, you'll gain hands-on experience carrying out and supervising ground investigations, collecting and logging soil and rock samples, undertaking in-situ testing and preparing factual reports. As your experience develops, you'll become involved in interpreting ground conditions and supporting geotechnical design work.
Typical responsibilities include:
* Assisting with ground investigations across a range of project sites
* Logging soil and rock samples to British Standards
* Supervising drilling rigs and site investigations
* Carrying out in-situ testing and groundwater monitoring
* Collecting environmental and geotechnical data
* Preparing factual ground investigation reports
* Supporting senior engineers with interpretative reporting and geotechnical assessments
* Liaising with contractors and clients on site
* Maintaining high standards of health and safety
Requirements
* Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline
* A full UK driving licence
* Enthusiastic and willing to work both on site and in the office
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
* Right to work in the UK
Benefits
* Competitive graduate salary
* Structured training and mentoring programme
* Clear progression towards Engineering Geologist and beyond
* Support towards professional accreditation
* Company pension
* Annual bonus scheme
* Generous holiday allowance
* Regular technical training
* Exposure to a wide variety of ground investigation and geotechnical projects
* Friendly and supportive working environment
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain practical site experience while developing strong technical skills within a respected engineering consultancy. You'll receive ongoing support from experienced professionals and have genuine opportunities for career progression as your knowledge and responsibilities grow.