Geotechnical Engineer in Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire
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Role: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
Location: Dumbarton
Salary: £28,000 to £35,000
Ref: MAR646
Are you looking to take the next step in your geotechnical engineering career, contributing to landmark infrastructure projects across the UK?
Join a dynamic, employee-owned engineering consultancy that's passionate about innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. With offices nationwide and a strong track record across bridges, structures, civils, geotechnical engineering, and land services, this is your opportunity to make a real impact on projects that shape the built environment.
The Opportunity:
Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of exciting new work, they're seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with at least 2 years of experience, ideally within the rail or infrastructure sector.
You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions across the rail, transportation, energy, and heavy civil engineering sectors, working alongside talented professionals in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
• Carrying out preliminary and detailed geotechnical designs, including foundation, drainage, earthworks, and structural analysis.
• Preparing technical drawings, specifications, and reports, ensuring all deliverables meet the highest industry standards.
• Working closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, innovative, and compliant engineering solutions.
• Contributing to proposals and tenders, supporting project management on scope, budget, and delivery.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior and graduate engineers, helping to develop the next of engineering talent.
About You:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ICE or IStructE accredited, 2:1 or higher).
• At least 2 years of professional experience, ideally within rail or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical design tools (e.g., PLAXIS) and foundation/earthworks design.
• Motivated to work towards Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status (IEng/CEng).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, hands-on approach.
Why Join? This is a great opportunity to grow your career within a company that genuinely values its people. You'll enjoy a collaborative culture, a diverse workload, and a real sense of ownership over your work.
Benefits include:
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Volunteering days
Must have UK project experience or existing UK work eligibility
What to do next:
If you are interested in this Geotechnical Engineer opportunity in Dumbarton, then please click on the link to apply.
If you are interested in hearing about any other opportunities within Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Highways Engineering, Drainage Engineering, Flood Risk Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Transport Planning then please do not hesitate in getting in touch with Martin on (phone number removed) for further information
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- Location:
- Dumbarton
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, Engineering, Geotechnical, Oil And Gas
