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Date Added: Sat 28/03/2026

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

London, UK
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Company: PENGUIN RECRUITMENT LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum

Senior Geotechnical Engineer London | £60,000 - £70,000

We are looking for an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer that has an interest or experience with mining projects.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a talented specialised mining consultancy, we would love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised consultancy working on high-profile international mining and infrastructure projects, offering excellent career progression and the chance for overseas travel.

The Role

As a Senior Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering complex geotechnical design solutions across a range of mine waste and tailings projects. You'll be involved from concept through to delivery, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients worldwide.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing design bases from client data, drawings, and specifications
  • Leading project planning, budgeting, and delivery
  • Undertaking geotechnical analysis and design (earthworks, dams, embankments, foundations, impoundments)
  • Reviewing technical reports, drawings, and specifications
  • Managing and directing site investigation programmes
  • Interpreting geotechnical and laboratory data
  • Producing clear, high-quality technical reports
  • Mentoring junior engineers and supporting team development
  • Acting as a key client contact and building strong relationships
  • Supporting business development, proposals, and wider company strategy

Requirements

To be considered, you should have:

  • A degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Ideally a Master's (or higher) in Geotechnical Engineering or Soil Mechanics
  • 8+ years' experience in geotechnical design
  • Strong experience in mine waste / tailings / mining-related projects (highly desirable)
  • Proven technical and project management capabilities
  • Excellent communication skills and client-facing experience
  • Fluency in English (additional languages are advantageous)

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary and profit share scheme
  • Opportunity to work on international projects
  • Regular overseas travel opportunities
  • Clear career progression within a world-class technical team
  • Visa sponsorship available for overseas candidates

If you're a senior geotechnical professional looking to step into a global, technically challenging role with real career progression, we'd love to hear from you.

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