Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

JP Engineering • Full-time • City of Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, GB • £25,000 - £30,000 / year • 1w ago

Excellent opportunity to join a well established consultancy, with great advancement opportunities.

Due to an increasing forward workload, they are currently looking to appoint an experienced Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join the Edinburgh Office. The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to work on a variety of projects spanning the renewables, transportation, industrial, retail, residential and commercial sectors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Data collection, manipulation and interpretation of both geotechnical and geo-chemical data as part of site investigations for wide range of schemes
Preparation of Geotechnical Desk Studies, Interpretative Reports and Specifications
Design, Procurement and Supervision of Site Investigations.
Undertake geotechnical analysis and design e.g. slope stability, settlement assessments and foundation and retaining wall design
Inspections of foundations and gas protection measures
Site support and monitoring activities on infrastructure construction contracts

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

First degree in Civil Engineering
Ideally one year post graduate experience is minimum requirement
Good report writing and communication skills
Flexible and enthusiastic approach to working within a team structure
Confidence and ability to maximise the level of responsibility taken on projects, small and large
Clean driving license

Advantageous:

An MSc in Geotechnical Engineering
Holebase experience
Hydrogeological modelling experience
GIS experience

The role can offer a structured training programme and excellent career progression opportunities within a friendly and professional team that is proud of the quality of the service it delivers to its clients, and a clear vision for innovation.

What else is on offer?

Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package
ICE approved training with a pathway to chartered membership of a professional engineering institute
Comprehensive training opportunities and reimbursement of professional fees
Contributory pension, personal health care plan and life insurance
Interest-free travel loan scheme
33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) and annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme
Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus and qualifications award
Additional benefits may vary between offices

This is an urgent role, for more information or to apply please send your CV ASAP!!

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