Geotechnical Engineer
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: London • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data
- Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities; monitors conformance with the construction documents
- Identify and implement solutions to both routine and complex field and/or laboratory problems
- Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs
- Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches
- Preparing, checking and reviewing a wide range of technical reports including Desk Studies, Interpretative reports, specifications, and Design reports
- Close support to our Technical Directors and Associates in project delivery, work winning and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction
- Active input to team and client meetings, being prepared to own decisions and put forward alternative ideas and concepts
- Prepare fee bids and proposals for internal and external clients
- Accurately document and communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites
- Perform other duties as requested
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required
- Master’s degree with Geotechnical specialty or desire to pursue is preferred
- 3+ years of work-related experience
- A strong working knowledge of UK ground conditions and ground investigation practices
- A wide range of experience, knowledge, and skills in geotechnical engineering and/or engineering geology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
- Willingness to spend the majority of work hours in the field
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
- Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits across the UK and a valid driver’s license in good standing
Benefits
- full-time employment
- company subsidized private medical insurance
- group income protection
- paid time off including maternity and parental leave
- UK Workplace pension with company contribution
- employee referral and professional license bonuses
- educational reimbursement
- employee resource groups
- flexible work schedules
- extensive training
- wellness programs
- buddy and mentoring programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
geotechnical engineeringengineering geologyfield investigationsdata collectionfield teststechnical report preparationdrilling logstest pit logsanalytical skillsmultitasking
Soft Skills
communication skillsattention to detailjudgment capabilitiesteamworkindependenceproblem-solvingclient satisfactiondecision-makingcreativityorganizational skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Geotechnical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering