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Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Supporting ground investigation, reporting, and foundation design work across national infrastructure projects.

Leeds, UK

Full-time

£24,000 - £28,000

Join a busy engineering team delivering geotechnical assessments, factual reports, and design support for a varied portfolio of infrastructure and development projects.

This role is ideal for a graduate who wants broad technical exposure and steady support while building confidence in both office-based and field-based project work.

You will:

  • Assist with site investigations and logging of ground conditions
  • Support the preparation of factual and interpretive geotechnical reports
  • Work alongside senior engineers on foundation and earthworks assessments
  • Coordinate sampling, testing, and contractor communication
  • Relevant geology, civil engineering, or geotechnical degree
  • Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn quickly
  • Clear written communication and reporting skills
  • Full UK driving licence or plans to obtain one soon
  • Structured support from experienced engineers
  • Exposure to diverse public and private sector projects
  • Clear technical progression pathway

If you want a graduate role with strong mentoring and real project exposure, this is a great place to start.

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William Lisle

William Lisle

Senior Consultant

Email

william.lisle@penguinrecruitment.co.uk

Phone

+44 1792 365 000

Job summary

Location

Leeds, UK

Job type

Full-time

Salary

£24,000 - £28,000

Industry

Geotechnical Engineering

Posted

8 hours ago

Meet Our Consultant

William Lisle

William Lisle

Principal Consultant, Geo Technical Engineering

William studied BSc History at Cardiff University and then headed straight into recruitment. He transitioned into Ground Engineering recruitment after previously covering the Manufacturing sector and now specialise in matching great candidates to roles across Geotechnical, Contaminated Land, Hydrogeology and Remediation. Outside of work, William really enjoy football and rowing, having represented Cardiff University in rowing championships across the UK.

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