Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical Engineer Wigan, Greater Manchester £40,000 - £50,000 An established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing Wigan office. This is a design-focused role, ideal for someone with 5-7 years' UK consultancy experience looking to take ownership of technically challenging projects and progress towards principal level. The Role You will play a key role in delivering geotechnical design solutions across a range of infrastructure and development projects, working from concept through to detailed design. Key responsibilities: Undertake geotechnical design including foundations, retaining walls, slopes, and earthworks Interpret ground investigation data and develop ground models Produce and review design calculations in line with Eurocodes and UK standards Prepare technical reports, specifications, and design documentation Liaise with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams Support and mentor junior engineers Contribute to project planning and delivery Requirements Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology 5-7 years' experience in a geotechnical design role (consultancy preferred) Strong understanding of UK standards and Eurocodes Experience with design software such as PLAXIS, GeoStudio, or similar Proven experience in foundation design, retaining structures, and slope stability Strong communication and report writing skills Desirable Working towards Chartership (ICE, GeolSoc or similar) Experience on infrastructure or large-scale development projects What's on Offer Competitive salary and bonus scheme Hybrid/flexible working Clear progression to Principal/Lead Engineer Ongoing professional development and chartership support Pension and generous annual leave