Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment • Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom • Posted June 19, 2026

Location Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Job Type Full-time
Category architecture-and-engineering
Posted June 19, 2026
Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Edinburgh
£50,000 - £60,000

Are you an experienced Geotechnical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy?

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join a well-established team in Edinburgh. You will play a key role in delivering major infrastructure, transportation, energy, commercial, and residential projects across Scotland and the wider UK.

This position offers the chance to lead technically challenging projects, mentor junior engineers, and work alongside industry-leading professionals within a collaborative and innovative environment.

The Role

Leading geotechnical design on a variety of complex projects.
Managing and delivering geotechnical investigations from tender stage through to completion.
Producing and reviewing geotechnical interpretative reports and design calcul...

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