2026 Graduate - Geotechnical Engineer

Graduate - Geotechnical Engineer

Ref 77988 Vacancy title 2026 Graduate - Geotechnical Engineer - Function(s): Design, Engineering, Graduate, Infrastructure

At BakerHicks we deliver creative design, engineering and project delivery solutions together with our clients, shaping a healthier, sustainable and safer world.

Are you eager to launch your engineering career with a consultancy that embraces innovative thinking, technical curiosity, and meaningful impact?

From developing engineering solutions for complex, high-security sectors to construction management, project delivery, and compliance, our multi-disciplinary design and engineering teams work alongside leading global firms to bring visionary projects to life. We are dedicated to delivering solutions that are efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable.

If you're a passionate Graduate ready to make a meaningful impact across diverse industries and cutting-edge projects, we'd love to have you on our team!

About Our Graduate Programme

Our dynamic two-year Graduate Programme is an exceptional launchpad for your career as a future Chartered Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist.

Our program combines technical expertise with professional development through two enriching learning journeys. You'll dive into hands on experiences alongside industry leading teams, equipping you with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in your engineering career.

From day one, you'll benefit from a personalised on the job training plan tailored to the Ground Engineering department, allowing you to apply technical knowledge in real world settings while receiving ongoing support from experienced professionals.

You'll actively contribute to a variety of projects, gaining invaluable experience every step of the way. We are also committed to enhancing your essential soft skills, ensuring you develop a well rounded skill set that complements your technical abilities with effective communication, collaboration, and leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and contributing to various stages of Ground Engineering deliverables, supporting the company's growth on all aspects of projects across a number of sectors including power, rail, highways, life sciences, nuclear and aviation.
• Undertaking the design and specification of Ground Engineering activities.
• Supporting the development of Ground Engineering service capabilities across BakerHicks' geographic locations.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for passionate and driven individuals who see Ground Engineering not just as a profession, but as a calling. If you're committed to delivering exceptional work, eager to embrace new challenges, and motivated by opportunities to grow and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do, so if you bring a proactive mindset and a positive, can do attitude, you'll thrive here.

• 2:1 degree in a relevant subject such as Civil Engineering or Earth Sciences. Preferably you will hold an MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology.
• Job grade 1 compliance as a first year graduate.

What We Will Offer You

• Mentorship and support towards chartership - tailored mentorship and structured support to guide you through becoming professionally chartered, including access to experienced professionals for advice and coaching.
• Exposure to high profile and technically challenging projects - immerse yourself in a variety of innovative projects that will sharpen and advance your skills across multiple sectors.
• A friendly, supportive, and ambitious team culture - join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Shape your future with us - where your creativity, drive, and aspirations make a difference. Apply now and engineer a better tomorrow!

Our commitment is to develop, train, and retain our graduates for the long term. Therefore, BakerHicks is unable to consider applications from candidates who are working under the Graduate visa route or other time limited visas, regardless of their duration, due to their temporary status and the future sponsorship requirements under the Skilled Worker route, set out by the UKVI. However, we welcome applications from candidates who are eligible under alternative UK immigration routes that do not require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or at any point in the future.

Additionally, many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ().

About BakerHicks

We've been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. BakerHicks is an A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Benefits

Whatever your discipline, you'll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport.

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.