Principal Geotechnical Consultant Engineer(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

An established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is expanding its Leeds team and is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Geotechnical Consultant Engineer. This role offers the chance to work on technically demanding projects across the UK and internationally, while contributing to the long-term growth of a thriving regional office.

If you enjoy complex ground engineering challenges and want a clear pathway into technical leadership and team management, this opportunity provides both stability and progression.

 About the Organisation

Our client is an independent engineering and consultancy group with more than five decades of experience delivering infrastructure, environmental, energy, and urban development solutions. Their work spans the full project lifecycle—from early concept and feasibility through to delivery, commissioning, and operational support.

Projects cover a broad range of sectors, including:

• Transport and rail infrastructure
• Water and environmental engineering
• Buildings and urban development
• Renewable energy (including offshore wind)
• Rural and land development
• The Leeds office is growing steadily and collaborates closely with specialist teams across the UK and internationally.

 The Role

You will join the geotechnical team at Senior or Principal level, taking responsibility for the design and delivery of geotechnical solutions on a diverse project portfolio. While offshore project exposure is beneficial, it is not essential.

This is a hands-on technical role with the opportunity to:

• Influence design decisions
• Support and mentor junior engineers
• Progress into team leadership over time

 Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality geotechnical designs for complex infrastructure and construction projects
• Lead or contribute to foundation and ground engineering design, including temporary and permanent works
• Provide technical input across feasibility, design, and construction stages
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams in the UK and overseas
• Support business growth through technical excellence and client engagement
• Contribute to the development of internal standards, guidance, and best practice

 About You

You will be a motivated geotechnical professional with strong technical capability and the ambition to take on greater responsibility.

Essential Experience

• Typically 5–10 years’ relevant geotechnical or civil engineering experience
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
• Strong independent working capability with leadership aspirations
• Proven experience in geotechnical design and analysis

Desirable Technical Background

Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• Pile design in Chalk and Glacial Till
• Offshore geotechnical design (wind farms, ports, marine structures)
• Rail infrastructure, including depots and stations
• Embankments and cuttings
• Ground treatment and improvement techniques

 What’s on Offer

• Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (dependent on experience)
• Discretionary bonus linked to individual and company performance
• Employer pension contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Gym membership
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Hybrid working (up to two days from home per week)

Visa sponsorship available, subject to eligibility

Right to Work & Visa Information

Applicants must have, or be eligible to obtain, the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship may be available for suitably qualified candidates.

Helpful official guidance:

Skilled Worker Visa (UK Government)

Working in the UK – Right to Work Checks

Engineering Council – Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Health and Safety Executive (Construction & Geotechnics)

UK Employment Rights Overview

 How to Apply

To apply for the Senior / Principal Geotechnical Consultant Engineer position, please submit your current CV (Word format preferred).

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If selected, you can expect to hear back within 7 days.

 Build Your Future in Geotechnical Engineering

This role offers technical challenge, long-term progression, and the opportunity to shape a growing consultancy presence in Leeds. If you are ready to take the next step in your geotechnical career—while working on impactful infrastructure projects—this position could be the right fit for you.