About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Geotechnical Engineer with extensive experience in rail infrastructure to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver complex geotechnical projects, providing technical excellence and innovation within the rail sector.
What you'll be doing
Lead geotechnical design and assessment projects for rail infrastructure, ensuring
compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, guiding them
through design and analysis challenges.
Specify and supervise geotechnical site investigations, ground modelling, foundation
design, and slope stability assessments.
Develop and review geotechnical design reports, risk assessments, and design
documentation.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil and structural engineers, to
integrate geotechnical solutions within rail projects.
Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards, Eurocodes, and other relevant UK
geotechnical regulations.
Participate in tender preparation, project planning, and budgeting to support
business development initiatives.
Engage with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success
and alignment with strategic objectives.
Apply innovative approaches and emerging technologies in geotechnical engineering
to enhance project outcomes.
Who we're looking for
The Ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards Chartership status with a relevant institution (ICE, GeolSoc, or equivalent).
Solid experience in geotechnical engineering, preferably within the rail
infrastructure sector.
Understanding of UK railway geotechnical standards, including Network Rail
guidelines.
Proven track record of leading geotechnical projects from feasibility through to
construction.
Proficiency in geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, WALLAP, SLOPE/W, or
similar.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound engineering judgments.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to
technical and non-technical audiences.
* Experience in business development, client engagement, and tendering processes is
desirable.
Job Reference: BBUK18070