About Soiltechnics
Soiltechnics is a leading UK geotechnical and geoenvironmental consultancy, recognised for delivering high quality, practical and commercially focused ground investigation and assessment services. Our team works across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and energy. We are looking for a motivated and capable Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team, providing geotechnical solutions for clients and projects across the UK.
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Northampton office and develop their career in geotechnical consultancy and design. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will learn to interpret ground investigation data and develop practical recommendations for construction and infrastructure projects.
You will also receive training in specialist geotechnical software, to support analysis and design. The role will combine office-based technical work with site visits and fieldwork, helping you understand how ground conditions influence design and construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret ground investigation records, laboratory results and groundwater monitoring data.
- Prepare geotechnical appraisals and contribute to recommendations for foundations, ground improvement, earthworks, slope stability, and construction.
- Assist with the design of various trenchless crossings.
- Help prepare earthworks specifications and undertake site inspections, review testing and prepare validation reports and working platform designs.
- Contribute to basement impact assessments, including consideration of ground movement and potential effects on neighbouring structures.
- Use specialist software, including PILE and PDisp, to support geotechnical calculations and analysis.
- Draft clear technical reports, calculations and supporting drawings for clients and various overseeing organisations such as Network Rail, National Highways, and the NHBC.
- Attend sites and liaise with colleagues, clients, and contractors.
- Help deliver projects to agreed programmes, budgets, and quality standards.
- Maintain training records, seek feedback, and take an active role in your professional development.
- Follow company health, safety and quality procedures.
What is required?
- A minimum 2:1 degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geology or a closely related subject. A master’s degree is advantageous.
- A full UK driving licence.
- An interest in ground behaviour, geotechnical analysis, and practical engineering design.
- Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
What We Offer
- Clear career progression
- Support towards professional chartership.
- Broad and diverse project exposure.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Private Health Care
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Paid travel time to site and expenses
- Post-probation and annual pay review
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About Soiltechnics
Soiltechnics is a leading UK geotechnical and geoenvironmental consultancy, recognised for delivering high quality, practical and commercially focused ground investigation and assessment services. Our team works across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and energy. We are looking for a motivated and capable Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team, providing geotechnical solutions for clients and projects across the UK.
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Northampton office and develop their career in geotechnical consultancy and design. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will learn to interpret ground investigation data and develop practical recommendations for construction and infrastructure projects.
You will also receive training in specialist geotechnical software, to support analysis and design. The role will combine office-based technical work with site visits and fieldwork, helping you understand how ground conditions influence design and construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret ground investigation records, laboratory results and groundwater monitoring data.
- Prepare geotechnical appraisals and contribute to recommendations for foundations, ground improvement, earthworks, slope stability, and construction.
- Assist with the design of various trenchless crossings.
- Help prepare earthworks specifications and undertake site inspections, review testing and prepare validation reports and working platform designs.
- Contribute to basement impact assessments, including consideration of ground movement and potential effects on neighbouring structures.
- Use specialist software, including PILE and PDisp, to support geotechnical calculations and analysis.
- Draft clear technical reports, calculations and supporting drawings for clients and various overseeing organisations such as Network Rail, National Highways, and the NHBC.
- Attend sites and liaise with colleagues, clients, and contractors.
- Help deliver projects to agreed programmes, budgets, and quality standards.
- Maintain training records, seek feedback, and take an active role in your professional development.
- Follow company health, safety and quality procedures.
What is required?
- A minimum 2:1 degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, geology or a closely related subject. A master’s degree is advantageous.
- A full UK driving licence.
- An interest in ground behaviour, geotechnical analysis, and practical engineering design.
- Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
What We Offer
- Clear career progression
- Support towards professional chartership.
- Broad and diverse project exposure.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Private Health Care
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Paid travel time to site and expenses
- Post-probation and annual pay review
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