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We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our Ground Engineering team. This role will be based at our Edinburgh office and can be worked flexibly with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office/on site and the option of adjusted start and finish times.
What does the role involve?
You will be an active member of the Ground Engineering team, delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK for sectors such as highways, water, energy and development. Tasks include ground investigations, geotechnical interpretation, preliminary and detailed design, specification and construction supervision.
To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Have
* A proven track record of working in geotechnical consultancy in the UK.
* Relevant experience, knowledge and skills of geotechnical engineering principals and practice including planning and supervising ground investigations, undertaking geotechnical reporting, completing geotechnical design analysis and reports, and preparation of contract drawings, specifications and schedules in compliance with UK standards.
* Strong analytical skills and experience of earthworks and structures detailed design analysis and specification of engineering solutions.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* The ability to organise and prioritise workload to ensure that timescales are met.
* Good problem solving/contingency planning skills with ability to find quick, innovative and practical engineering solutions.
* Responsibility for your own personal development and be able to support the learning of others.
* The ability to work collaboratively with others to form strong positive working relationships with colleagues, clients and contractors.
* A clean driving licence and willingness to travel to sites and offices within the UK when required.
In Terms Of Qualifications, You’ll Have
* BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or BSc/MSc in Engineering Geology or Earth Science.
* MSc in Geotechnical Engineering or a related applicable field is desirable.
* Graduate Member of Institution of Civil Engineers or Fellow of the Geological Society currently working towards Chartered Engineer (IEng/CEng) / Geologist (CGeol) status.
Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 that opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.
If I have a disability, can I get help (e.g. “reasonable adjustments”) with the application process?
If you’re an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or you are limited in the ability or unable to use the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, please contact GB_Function-HR-Resourcing@sweco.co.uk.
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