Chartered Geotechnical Engineer – Renewables Infrastructure
Location: Hybrid / Bristol
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package

We’re working with a growing and forward-thinking engineering team operating within the renewable energy sector.

Backed by an established infrastructure business, this newly formed division is focused on delivering high-quality geotechnical solutions across a diverse solar project portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity to join at an early stage, helping to shape technical standards, influence project delivery, and contribute to the long-term success of a business committed to sustainability and innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing
As the technical lead for geotechnical engineering, you’ll play a key role in managing ground-related risks and delivering practical, buildable solutions across projects from early feasibility through to construction.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading ground investigation strategies, procurement, and interpretation
• Producing and reviewing geotechnical designs, reports, and specifications (Eurocode 7, BS standards)
• Managing geotechnical risk across the full project lifecycle
• Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical oversight
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
• Supporting bids, proposals, and commercial discussions
• Promoting safe, sustainable, and innovative engineering practices
• Embedding ESG principles into project delivery and decision-making

• Chartered status (CGeol or CEng) preferred
• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Engineering Geology is highly desirable
• Strong experience in ground investigation, lab testing, and geotechnical analysis tools
• A track record of delivering projects across multiple sectors
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts
• Willingness to travel to sites and occasional office locations
• Full UK driving licence due to site travel

• Experience in solar PV, structural steel, or modular construction
• Exposure to innovation programmes, product development, or ESG frameworks

• Join a business at the forefront of the renewable energy transition
• Play a key role in shaping a new and ambitious engineering division
• Work on meaningful, real-world infrastructure projects
• Flexible, hybrid working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
• Strong focus on sustainability and ESG
• Paid volunteering days