Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Remote / Home Based | Occasional UK Office Travel | Long-Term Contracts

DFM Resourcing is recruiting Geotechnical Engineers and Senior Geotechnical Engineers to support a major UK nuclear new-build engineering programme.

We're interested in engineers experienced in ground investigation, geotechnical analysis and the design of foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and associated ground engineering solutions.

The Role:

* Geotechnical desk studies

* Design and specification of ground investigations

* Laboratory and in-situ testing requirements

* Interpretation of GI data

* Development of site-specific ground models

* Derivation of geotechnical design parameters

* Foundation design

* Retaining structures

* Earthworks and slopes

* Buried structures

* Excavation support

* Ground improvement

* Soil-structure interaction

* Geotechnical risk assessment

* Design substantiation and engineering assurance

* Multidisciplinary coordination

* Management/review of external engineering packages

Relevant software within the programme includes OpenGround, Leapfrog and PLAXIS.

Experience Required:

* Civil, Geotechnical or Engineering Geology degree

* Ground investigation and interpretation experience

* Strong geotechnical design capability

* Experience of foundations, earthworks and retaining structures

* Geotechnical analysis experience

* Experience within infrastructure, energy or another regulated engineering sector

* Progress towards CEng/CGeol or equivalent experience

Experience within nuclear is advantageous, but candidates from other major infrastructure and safety-critical engineering sectors are strongly encouraged.

The Opportunity

* Remote/home-based

* Occasional UK office attendance

* Major UK nuclear programme

* Long-term project environment

* Advanced geotechnical and digital engineering

Interested?

Apply with your latest CV or contact DFM Resourcing for a confidential discussion regarding the Structural Engineering opportunities currently available.

Applications / Right To Work:

This vacancy is available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed