Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer

VANRATH are excited to be working alongside one of the prominent construction consultants in Northern Ireland as they search for a geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team. This is a very exciting growth period for the company, which is working on some of the most exciting projects in the UK and Ireland.

Are you an experienced civil engineer with ground and soil experience? Are you excited about getting involved in high value civil engineering projects? Do you want to join a growing consultancy recognised globally?

The Benefits:

  • Market-leading salary for consultancy
  • 32 days annual leave
  • Enhanced Pension
  • Support for chartership.
  • Discounted Gym membership
  • Flexible working
  • Hybrid working
  • Sick pay scheme
  • Other perks: cycle to work, long service awards, monthly events.

What the Role Looks Like:

  • Provide expertise in infrastructure and construction projects.
  • Analyse soil and rock mechanics to ensure the stability and safety of structures.
  • Provide ground interpretation and modelling.
  • Design geotechnical structures.
  • Communicate ground risks and mitigations to non-specialist project teams.
  • Compile GI enquiries, interpret and verify ground investigation data.
  • Provide technical supervision of fieldwork.
  • Produce interpretive reports.

Experience Required:

  • Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or a related subject.
  • Chartered member or working towards membership of relevant institutions such as the ICE or Geological Society.
  • Experience preparing desk studies for proposed construction sites, including data acquisition and site inspections.
  • Proficient in preparing interpretative ground investigation reports.
  • Experience in geotechnical design and analysis of geotechnical structures.
  • Enthusiasm for delivering quality geotechnical solutions to clients.

For more details on this exciting opportunity or to explore other construction roles in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the provided link or connect with Leon Govan for a confidential discussion today.