Senior - Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Employer: AtkinsRéalis
Location: Croydon
Closing date: Aug 26, 2025
Specialty: Geotechnical Engineering
Position Type: Engineer, Staff Engineer
Organization Type: Academia
Job Description:
Take our vision into the future.
We are known for our diverse projects and the great work we do. Our success is thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative environment where everyone's voice is valued and equality is prioritized.
We are passionate about our work but maintain a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. We offer flexible and remote working policies to support your work-life balance.
We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Senior or Principal Engineer to join our ground engineering and tunnels team in East Croydon. The candidate should have strong technical and management credentials and be capable of leading projects, especially in railway geotechnics, to support our growing workload in the UK and globally.
As one of the UK's leading geotechnical consultancies, AtkinsRéalis provides comprehensive ground engineering services. With over 325 UK-based ground engineering professionals, our reputation is built on the skills, excellence, and commitment of our team.
Requirements:
* A relevant academic background, ideally including an MSc.
* Proven experience in geotechnical analysis and design, particularly in railway geotechnics, with project management and commercial experience.
* Leadership skills, including managing and developing others, and experience in ground investigation and interpretation.
* Experience as a project leader and Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE), with interface experience with contractors and site work.
* A drive for digital innovation and enhancing our capabilities in advanced geotechnical analysis and design.
* Excellent communication skills for liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
* Strong report writing skills, attention to detail, and willingness to travel within the UK and abroad.
* Chartered status and a valid UK driving license.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?
We are ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies and among the Times Top 50 Employers for Women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation and data to deliver complex projects, challenging the status quo and aiming for a sustainable future.
We are committed to engineering better for people and the planet, supporting diversity and inclusion through various policies, networks, and community programs.
Security clearance:
This role may require security clearance, which depends on successful vetting by UKSV. Applicants should not mention current or previous clearances in their applications.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community, offering flexible employment policies and support networks for all backgrounds.
Worker Type: Employee
Job Type: Regular
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