Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer Location: Cambridge Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (Dependent on Experience) About the RoleA respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing Cambridge team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical engineering projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors. The successful candidate will play an important role in both fieldwork and office-based activities, supporting projects from site investigation and data collection through to technical analysis, reporting, and project delivery. The position offers excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic and technically driven environment. Benefits • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Generous annual leave entitlement. • Company pension scheme. • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. • Professional training and career development support. • Payment of travel expenses for site visits. • Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the UK. Key Responsibilities • Undertake and supervise ground investigations on a variety of development and infrastructure projects. • Coordinate site activities and ensure investigations are completed to the required technical standards. • Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards. • Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports. • Assist with foundation assessments, slope stability evaluations, and geotechnical risk assessments. • Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required. • Manage subcontractors, drilling contractors, and site operations. • Monitor project progress to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets. • Maintain accurate technical records and project documentation. • Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures. Requirements • Previous experience working within a geotechnical, engineering geology, or geo-environmental consultancy environment. • Good understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical assessment methodologies. • Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. • Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, regulations, and industry best practice. • Strong report writing and technical communication skills. • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to project delivery. • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required. If you're looking to progress your career in geotechnical engineering, we'd be keen to hear from you-apply now. Interested in this or other roles in Geology, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position