Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Location: EdinburghType: Full-time, PermanentSalary: 45,000 - 52,000 (DOE) plus benefits I'm working with a leading UK engineering consultancy that's looking to appoint an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a well-established consultancy involved in a diverse portfolio of projects across the energy, transportation, industrial, retail, residential, and commercial sectors. The role offers a clear pathway for professional growth and progression, particularly for engineers looking to advance their careers post-chartership. About the Role As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you'll play a key technical role in the design, analysis, and delivery of geotechnical solutions across multidisciplinary projects. You'll work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality outcomes, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to the continued success and development of the team. Key Responsibilities Interpret and manipulate geotechnical data from site investigations for a variety of projects. Prepare ground models and define geotechnical design parameters. Undertake and review modelling and geotechnical analysis, including pile design, settlement assessment, and slope stability. Produce technical reports and design documentation in line with relevant standards. Provide guidance and mentorship to graduate and junior engineers. Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated project delivery. Support senior staff with bids, proposals, and wider business development activities. Qualifications / Experience Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology (MSc in Geotechnical Engineering advantageous). Working towards or achieved Chartered Membership of the ICE or Geological Society (CEng or CGeol). Demonstrable experience in the design and delivery of geotechnical projects across multiple sectors. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical site experience. Proficient in geotechnical modelling and design software such as Holebase, Slide, Settle3D, Wallap, or similar. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines. Flexible, motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Full, clean UK driving licence. What's on Offer Competitive salary and excellent flexible benefits package Comprehensive training opportunities and professional fee reimbursement Contributory pension, private healthcare plan, and life insurance Interest-free travel loan 33 days' annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) Annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme Bonus schemes, including loyalty and qualification awards Hybrid and flexible working options Supportive and collaborative team culture with clear progression opportunities If you're a Geotechnical Engineer ready to take on more responsibility and contribute to complex, high-value projects across multiple sectors, this role provides the ideal platform to advance your career within a respected and forward-thinking consultancy. Michael Finch Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. #J-18808-Ljbffr