Geotechnical Engineer
JOB_53879851126558Job type
PermanentLocation
GalwayWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil & Structural EngineeringIndustry
ConstructionPay
42000-60000
Geotechnical Engineer opportunity with a large multinational consultancy
Your new company
You will be joining a leading multidisciplinary engineering and design consultancy with a strong reputation in geotechnical engineering and infrastructure delivery. The organisation is recognised nationally for its expertise in ground engineering and its contribution to major rail, highways, structures and water projects. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to technical excellence, the company provides comprehensive ground engineering services across Ireland, supported by highly skilled specialists and a strong professional development ethos.
Your new role
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer with 3+ years’ relevant experience to join a well-established geotechnical team, delivering complex design solutions on major infrastructure and commercial development projects.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary environment, you will collaborate closely with geotechnical professionals across multiple offices nationally. The role offers flexibility through a hybrid working arrangement, subject to connectivity requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparation of ground investigation contract documentation for major infrastructure and commercial development projects
- Planning, procurement and management of ground investigation contracts
- Site supervision of ground investigation works across infrastructure and commercial sites
- Preparation of geotechnical desk studies
- Design of earthworks, slope stability solutions, shallow and deep foundations, and retaining walls in accordance with Eurocode 7, under senior supervision
- Preparation of geotechnical reports, including earthworks specifications, design drawings, designer’s risk assessments and geotechnical risk registers
What you'll need to succeed
- 3+ years’ experience in geotechnical design on major road, rail and civil engineering projects
- A Level 8 Honours Degree / Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience within a fast-paced engineering consultancy environment
- Site supervision experience including ground investigations and foundation inspections
- Desk study experience using GIS based tools and available online data sources
- Geotechnical design experience, ideally with Eurocodes, using numerical and industry-standard software (e.g. GeoStudio, OpenGround, CAD-based tools)
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate and lead site activities
- High-quality report writing skills with strong attention to detail and self-checking ability
- Fluent written and spoken English
- A full, clean driving licence
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career development and work life balance. This includes:
- A strong focus on professional development, training and career progression
- Health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle benefits
- A hybrid working model with flexible arrangements
- Opportunities to work on high-profile infrastructure projects
- Supportive team culture with exposure to experienced technical specialists
- Flexible holiday allowances and options for international remote working
What you need to do now
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Geotechnical EngineerJOB_538798511265582026-04-152026-07-15
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