Geotechnical Engineer
Core
Provide geotechnical expertise for the design, assessment, construction, and operation phases of major civil engineering works, specifically supporting the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build programme.
Role type
Geotechnical Engineer (Infrastructure/Nuclear)
Builds
Foundation designs, earthworks, retaining structures, and slope stability assessments for critical nuclear infrastructure.
Domain
Nuclear energy and major civil infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Soil mechanics, foundation engineering, ground investigation techniques, geotechnical software, technical report preparation, engineering calculations, UK engineering standards knowledge
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer status, experience in nuclear/defence/energy sectors, familiarity with Eurocodes, large-scale infrastructure programme experience
Responsibilities
Deliver geotechnical engineering assessments and technical studies, review ground investigation data and lab testing results, support foundation and slope stability design, prepare calculations and design documentation, review contractor submissions, identify and manage geotechnical risks, participate in design reviews and stakeholder discussions
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC