JP Engineering Looking for Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, Edinburgh, Scotland at EH2, Queen Street, City of Edinburgh Full Time

GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER/ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

Edinburgh

Due to an increasing forward workload, my clients are currently looking to appoint an experienced Graduate Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist to join the Edinburgh Office.  The successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to work on a variety of projects spanning the transportation, industrial, retail, residential and commercial sectors.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Foundation Inspections
• Data collection, manipulation and interpretation of both geotechnical and chemical data as part of site investigations for wide range of schemes
• Preparation of Geotechnical Desk Studies and Interpretative Reports
• Design, Procurement and Supervision of Site Investigations.
• Undertake geotechnical analysis and design e.g. foundation design and slope stability assessments etc
• Site support and monitoring activities on infrastructure construction contracts

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: 

• First degree in Civil Engineering/Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology
• An MSc in Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology would be advantageous
• Two years post graduate experience is minimum requirement
• PLAXIS experience would be advantageous
• CAD experience an advantage
• Good report writing and communication skills required
• Flexible and enthusiastic approach to working within a team structure
• Confidence and ability to maximise the level of responsibility taken on projects, small and large
• Clean driving license

For the right candidate, the role can offer a structured training programme and excellent career progression opportunities within a friendly and professional team that is proud of the quality of the service it delivers to its clients, and a clear vision for innovation.  The benefits include a competitive salary, according to skills and experience, together with an excellent flexible benefits package.