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Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Job reference

238697_1781794708

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£28000 - £30000 per annum

Location

London

Industry sector

Engineering

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

18/06/2026

Closing date

09/07/2026

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Central London

Salary: £28,000-£30,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with at least two years of consultancy experience looking to take the next step in your career? An exciting opportunity has become available to join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy delivering a wide range of geotechnical, ground investigation, and infrastructure projects across London and the UK.

You will join a highly experienced team, working on residential, commercial, and major infrastructure developments while continuing to develop your technical expertise and project management skills within a collaborative and supportive environment.

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary package

* Annual performance reviews and career development opportunities

* Generous annual leave entitlement

* Pension scheme

* Flexible and hybrid working options

* Exposure to a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects

* Support towards professional chartership

* Friendly and collaborative working environment

* Clear opportunities for career progression

Key Responsibilities

* Planning and undertaking geotechnical site investigations and ground assessments

* Supervising intrusive ground investigations and site works

* Soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater monitoring

* Interpreting geotechnical and geo-environmental data

* Preparing factual and interpretative ground investigation reports

* Conducting foundation and earthworks assessments

* Assisting with slope stability, retaining wall, and earth retention design assessments

* Coordinating geotechnical laboratory testing programmes

* Supporting project delivery from initial investigation through to reporting and design

* Liaising with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams

* Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards during site activities

What We're Looking For

* Minimum of 2 years' experience within a geotechnical engineering or ground investigation consultancy environment

* Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline

* Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical principles

* Experience preparing geotechnical reports and interpreting site investigation data

* Knowledge of foundation design, earthworks, and geotechnical assessment methodologies

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to manage workload effectively and work both independently and within a team

* Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach

* Full UK driving licence

* Right to work in the UK

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Geotechnical Engineer seeking to further their career within a well-established consultancy that values technical excellence, professional development, and long-term progression.

If you are looking for your next challenge in London and have a minimum of two years' relevant experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.