About Infrastructure
SOCOTEC’s Infrastructure team delivers essential technical services that ensure the safety, quality and compliance of major construction and civil engineering projects across the UK. We provide independent construction materials testing to verify strength, durability and performance of key materials; foundations and pile testing to confirm ground stability; specialist structures and pavements assessment and analysis; and integrated geotechnical and structural monitoring that delivers real time data throughout project lifecycles. Our experts use industry leading methods and advanced technology to support infrastructure projects from initial site investigation through construction and long term performance, helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory standards and build safer, more resilient assets.
What’s in it for you?
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Are you interested in leading complex ground investigation projects? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Principal Geotechnical Engineer, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.
We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Doncaster team. In this role, you’ll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in geotechnical disciplines, along with extensive ground investigation experience, is essential to thrive in this position.
Responsibilities
The tasks you will undertake include, but are not limited to:
* Planning and managing ground investigation projects
* Acting as Technical Lead on large-scale land and overwater projects
* Supervising, mentoring and training technical staff
Qualifications
* Degree-level qualification in a geotechnical discipline
* 6-10 years plus relevant industry experience
* Strong technical, communication and leadership skills
* Chartered or in process of chartership
Why SOCOTEC?
Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we’re not just delivering services – we’re shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation. Our comprehensive range of TIC services gives you the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all our business operations.
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