Geotechnical Engineer in Oldbury, West Midlands
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Position: Geotechnical Engineer
Location: West Bromwich
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Bennett & Game are pleased to be representing a well-established and forward-thinking geotechnical and environmental consultancy seeking to appoint a Geotechnical Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a technically driven team delivering innovative ground engineering and land risk solutions across a diverse portfolio of development projects. The successful candidate will work alongside highly experienced professionals, contributing to complex investigations and design work that shape safe and sustainable infrastructure. With genuine scope for professional growth, chartership support, and involvement in technically challenging projects, this position offers an excellent platform for an ambitious engineer to further their career.
Geotechnical Engineer Job Overview
Plan, manage, and interpret geotechnical site investigations, including soil, rock, and groundwater analysis to inform foundation, slope stability, and earthworks design.
Produce high-quality technical reports, geotechnical risk assessments, and design recommendations aligned with regulatory and industry standards.
Collaborate with environmental specialists and project managers to deliver integrated, sustainable ground engineering solutions.
Provide technical leadership on ground improvement, remediation design, and compliance verification across varied brownfield and greenfield developments.
Engage directly with clients and stakeholders, driving innovative, cost-effective solutions and ensuring successful delivery of complex geotechnical projects.
Geotechnical Engineer Job Requirements
Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a closely related discipline.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in geotechnical investigation, design, or ground engineering within consultancy or contracting environments.
Strong understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability, and ground improvement principles.
Proficient in geotechnical analysis and reporting softwares.
Experience preparing factual and interpretative reports and delivering clear technical recommendations.
Familiarity with relevant standards and guidance (BS 5930, Eurocode 7, NHBC).
Excellent communication, coordination, and report-writing skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
Working towards or interested in pursuing professional chartership (ICE, GeolSoc, or equivalent).
Geotechnical Engineer Salary & Benefits
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Opportunity for hybrid working following probation.
Support toward professional development and chartership (ICE, GeolSoc, or equivalent).
Regular exposure to diverse, technically challenging projects across the UK.
Friendly, collaborative team environment with mentoring from experienced geotechnical professionals.Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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