Associate Geotechnical Engineer in Edinburgh

Job Description

Associate Geotechnical Engineer\n\nEdinburgh\n £65,000 - £70,000 \n\nAn exciting opportunity has become available for an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established ground engineering consultancy in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to play a key part in a growing geotechnical team delivering projects across the quarrying, infrastructure, and development sectors throughout the UK.\n\nThe company is looking for an experienced engineer with a strong technical background in geotechnics and quarry-related projects who is eager to progress into senior leadership. A clear pathway to Associate Director and Director level is available, alongside full chartership support and mentoring.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will lead and manage a range of geotechnical projects, with a particular focus on quarry environments, slope stability, and earthworks.

Responsibilities will include:\n\nManaging and delivering geotechnical projects across quarry and infrastructure sites\nConducting slope stability and geotechnical risk assessments\nDesigning and overseeing ground investigations\nProducing factual and interpretative geotechnical reports\nProviding technical advice to clients and project teams\nMentoring junior engineers and supporting team growth\nSupporting business development and maintaining client relationships\nAssisting with quarry restoration and long-term land stability projectsRequirements\n\nDegree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline\nConsultancy experience within geotechnical engineering or quarry-related projects\nStrong understanding of slope stability, ground investigation, and geotechnical design\nExperience managing projects and liaising directly with clients\nChartered status or working towards Chartership (ICE/GeolSoc equivalent)\nStrong communication and leadership skillsWhat's On Offer\n\nCompetitive salary and bonus package\nFull relocation package available\nClear pathway to Director level\nChartership support and professional development\nFlexible working arrangements\nOpportunity to work on technically interesting quarry and infrastructure projects\nSupportive and collaborative team environmentThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious geotechnical engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and highly respected consultancy