Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist

We have an opportunity for staff at both Engineer and Senior Engineer level in our Bristol, Birmingham and Cardiff offices to help support our rapidly expanding workload and impressive portfolio of prestigious geotechnical projects both in the UK and internationally.

We need to increase our team to meet the growing demands from our clients, especially in the infrastructure sector (particularly rail, highways & water) and the energy sector, which includes carbon capture & storage, renewable energy (wind, current and hydropower), low carbon engineering and nuclear power.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in the ground engineering input to some of our most challenging projects. We are looking for someone with the drive and enthusiasm to embrace the future. We have the depth of knowledge and breadth of expertise to help you build a bright career in these exciting and rapidly evolving sectors.

The candidate will have a degree in civil engineering or geology with a post graduate qualification in a geotechnical subject. The ideal candidate will hold chartered status as either a civil engineer or geologist.

Candidates should have:

• Experience in the infrastructure sector (highways, rail or water geotechnics).


• A strong academic background with a relevant degree (ideally MSc or equivalent).


• Chartered status as either a civil engineer or geologist.


• Proven experience of working in a fast-moving engineering consultancy environment.


• Project management experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to the engineering consultancy and design markets.


• Proven geotechnical design experience.


• Application of CDM Regulations in a design and ground investigation environment.


• Good commercial track record in negotiating and running successful jobs.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate work.


• A willingness to travel on short assignments both within the UK and overseas.


• A valid UK driving licence preferred.
  
  AtkinsRéalis business is one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies, with over 20,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis , we offer more than just a job; we offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. As one of the UK's leading geotechnical consultancies AtkinsRéalis offers a comprehensive service in ground technology. With more than 280 UK based geotechnical professionals, AtkinsRéalis ' geotechnical reputation is built on the skills, excellence and commitment of our people in all aspects of geotechnical engineering., AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual's abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions., At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
  
  AtkinsRéalis recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. As part of this commitment, we understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 'till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office.


Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis. It will take some time for all our information to update - you can still refer to our fantastic benefits via the link below