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Posted 21 July, 2026

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment
Pinhoe, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Exeter £50,000 - £60,000 A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established geotechnical consultancy in Exeter. The successful Senior Geotechnical Engineer will play a key role in delivering a wide range of geotechnical projects across the residential, commercial, infrastructure and energy sectors. You will be responsible for managing projects from feasibility through to design, producing high-quality technical reports and geotechnical designs, mentoring junior engineers and building strong client relationships. The successful Senior Geotechnical Engineer will have: A degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline. Several years' experience within a UK geotechnical consultancy. Strong geotechnical design experience, including foundations, retaining walls, earthworks and slope stability. Experience producing interpretative ground investigation reports, geotechnical assessments and design reports. A good understanding of Eurocode 7 and current UK standards. Experience managing projects, budgets and client relationships. Chartered status, or be working towards Chartership. A full UK driving licence.The role offers: Competitive salary. Hybrid working. Annual bonus. Enhanced pension scheme. Private healthcare. Life assurance. Professional membership fees paid. Ongoing training and Chartership support. The opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of geotechnical and infrastructure projects across the South West. Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy.If you are a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Exeter, apply now to find out more