Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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The opportunity

Are you a talented Geotechnical Engineer looking to showcase your skills within a high performing team where your contributions will be recognised and your achievements celebrated Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of whats possible and make your mark as our new Senior Geotechnical Engineer Then read on. 

This is an exciting opportunity to bring not only your technical expertise but also your innovative mindset. Whether you come from a traditional geotechnical engineering background or have unconventional experience that adds fresh value we have an opportunity to join some of the brightest minds in the industry with the flexibility of agile working between the office and home.  

You will join an established team of Ground Engineers within the Northeast region located in the AECOM Newcastle Office and working closely with colleagues from across the UK & Ireland. We work for leading United Kingdom & Ireland (UK&I) and international clients and have a wide range of commissions across all sectors some typical examples of current and past projects include National Grids Great Grid Upgrade where our teams are supporting the overhaul of electricity distribution infrastructure across England and Wales;  H2Teesside which aims to be the largest blue hydrogen production facility in the UK; High Speed Rail; Network Rails Control Point 7 programme of works to operate maintain and renew the mainline rail infrastructure; and overseas work including work for the Royal Commission of Al Ula and Neom. Our Ground Engineering Practice covers all aspects of Ground Engineering serving a wide range of end markets.

Heres what were interested in

We require ambitious team players with the technical and commercial skills knowledge and experience to take on day-to-day responsibility for the delivery of projects ensuring technical quality and adherence to budget and programme. This will include

• Applying geotechnical design working with a high degree of independence and supporting junior team members.
• Leading the geotechnical input to projects from desk study/feasibility through to ground investigation and interpretation to final design including preparation of specifications ground investigation reports construction drawings and geotechnical design reports.
• Overseeing projects ensuring adherence to programme and budget. 

Come grow with us.

Heres what well be looking for

• BEng / MEng in Civil Engineering or BSc and/or MSc in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer (IEng/CEng) status is preferred or on track to achieve this within the next year. The team will provide the necessary support to achieve this.
• Strong knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices.
• Demonstrable understanding of current design codes standards and best practices in geotechnical design but also open to exploring new methods and innovations.
• Ability to collaborate closely in project delivery work winning and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of typical ground conditions interpretation/parametric assessment and correlation methods applicable to common geotechnical design problems.
• Familiarity with data management software (e.g. Leapfrog Open Ground) would be advantageous.
• Well-rounded experience in geotechnical design (e.g. earthworks foundations retaining structures slope stabilisation) with strong analytical skills and confidence in the use of relevant design software (e.g. Bentley Slope/W Rocscience Settle 3D Oasys ALP OASYS FREW or Geosolve Wallap).
• Familiarity with the production of geotechnical analysis and design packages including drawings risk assessments specifications and design reports.
• Application of CDM Regulations / Safety in Design in a design and ground investigation environment.
• Experience with standards and processes in specialised fields (e.g. highways railways) is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write clear and concise technical reports and documents and make high quality confident presentations in-person or remotely using collaboration software.
• Clean driving licence.
• Candidates should be willing to travel throughout the UK.

And lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. 

Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivalled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time