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Posted 26 July, 2026

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment
Cardiff, WLS, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Cardiff Permanent Role £35,000 to £45,000 per Annum We are seeking an ambitious Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing team in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with a few years of experience to develop their career within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. The team delivers integrated ground investigation, geotechnical and geo-environmental solutions, supporting clients from early-stage assessment through to design and construction. With strong backing from a wider engineering and environmental group, you'll benefit from collaboration across disciplines and exposure to diverse, technically challenging projects. What's Involved: As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be involved in both site and office-based activities, including: Planning and supervising ground investigations Logging soil and rock in accordance with industry standards Managing site data, samples and laboratory testing Supporting interpretative reporting and risk assessments Liaising with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teamsWorking as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Cardiff, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, practical solutions to complex ground conditions. Candidate Requirements: We're looking for a motivated Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Cardiff who is keen to take the next step in their career: Degree in geology, engineering geology or a related discipline 5 years'+ relevant industry experience Strong understanding of site investigation techniques Full UK driving licenceBenefits Package: Exposure to a broad range of geotechnical and environmental projects Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership A collaborative and supportive team culture Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid Working Flexible WorkingIf you are a Senior Geotechnical Engineer looking for your next challenge in Cardiff, we would love to hear from you. Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position