Senior Engineering Geologist

Posted 1 day 7 hours ago by Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen, United Kingdom, AB244
Job Description
Senior Engineering Geologist

Aberdeen

£40,000 - £45,000

A well-established and growing consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Engineering Geologist to join its Aberdeen team, with a strong focus on renewables projects. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior role within a supportive environment, working on impactful projects across the energy transition.

The Role

You'll play a key role in delivering ground investigation and geoenvironmental projects across sectors such as offshore wind, onshore wind, and wider infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning, managing, and interpreting ground investigations for renewables schemes
  • Producing factual and interpretative geotechnical and geoenvironmental reports
  • Supervising site works including drilling, sampling, and logging
  • Providing geological and geotechnical input into design (foundations, earthworks, slope stability)
  • Supporting offshore and onshore project delivery where required
  • Mentoring junior engineers and geologists
  • Liaising with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
Requirements
  • Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, or a related discipline
  • Strong industry experience in a similar role (typically 5+ years)
  • Experience working on infrastructure or energy/renewables projects
  • Solid understanding of ground investigation and reportingExperience supervising site works and managing projects
  • Working towards or holding Chartered status (GeolSoc/ICE) is desirable
  • Full UK driving licence
What's on offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Clear progression and development opportunities
  • Support towards chartership
  • Flexible working options
  • Opportunity to work on major renewables and energy transition projects