Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Glasgow

Ref: BY216221

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a long-established, independent multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy with a heritage spanning more than 175 years. Operating across the UK, the business delivers specialist expertise in geotechnical engineering, mining and ground stabilisation, quarrying and minerals, environmental services, and land development projects.

Based in Glasgow, the Senior Geotechnical Engineer will play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of projects including ground investigations, slope stability assessments, earthworks design, retaining structures, mining risk assessments, quarry and mineral developments, land reclamation schemes, remediation projects, and infrastructure-related developments.

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will manage and deliver site investigations, interpret ground conditions, produce technical reports, provide geotechnical design recommendations, liaise with clients, and support projects from feasibility through to construction.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary (£40,000 - £50,000) and benefits package

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects across the UK

• Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment

• Clear career progression opportunities

• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects

Requirements:

• Experience working as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer or in a similar geotechnical role

• Strong background in site investigations, geotechnical reporting and design

• Knowledge of earthworks, foundations, slope stability and ground engineering solutions

• Full UK driving licence

• Full right to work in the UK without sponsorship

• Ability to undertake site visits when required

• Living in or within a commutable distance of the Glasgow office

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer seeking greater project variety and long-term career development within a highly respected consultancy.

If you are interested in this or other Geotechnical/Geophysical roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.