Staff Geotechnical Engineer Wallingford 2023

Fugro is now seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join the Offshore Site Investigation and Reporting team based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK. This is an exceptional opportunity to work as part of a global team on marine site characterisation and engineering projects, performing offshore site investigations, data analysis/interpretation and geotechnical engineering analyses, and technical reporting. As Geotechnical Staff Engineer, you will have the opportunity to travel internationally and work offshore for several weeks a year to perform in situ and offshore laboratory testing as well as collect, process and analyse soil and/or rock samples.

This job is for you if

• You want exposure to a wide variety of geotechnical projects on a global scale;
• You would like to work for the world’s leading geo-data company;
• You are looking for a company who offers excellent learning and development opportunities;
• You want to work with the latest cutting-edge technology.

Who you’ll be working with

This role will require you to work offshore and onshore with other engineers. You also need to work alongside colleagues from various departments (e.g. laboratory, project manager, quality, health and safety, commercial etc.).

Here’s what a typical day would be like

• Checking and correcting field and laboratory data processed by others;
• Assigning laboratory tests and managing laboratory test programmes;
• Data entry and processing using into bespoke tools, in-house and commercial programs;
• Performing engineering analyses under supervision;
• Checking input and/or calculations for analyses performed by others;
• Assisting in the production of field, laboratory, soil parameters and engineering reports;
• Acting as shift and/or lead engineer during offshore site investigations.

Who we’re looking for

Essential

• A degree in civil engineering or related discipline or equivalent in education and experience;
• Student or associate membership of an appropriate professional body;
• Computer literate, capable of using spreadsheets and plotting software;
• Capable of generating a safe and quality-based culture within the offshore and onshore team;
• Good communicator (i.e. verbally and written) to deliver the results for internal and external clients;
• A good team player and able to form working relationships with Clients and colleagues at all levels.

Desirable

• Knowledge of soil and rock description and testing and reporting;
• Good knowledge of geology and soil mechanics.

What we’ll offer you

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
• Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies.
• 24 days annual leave.
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised restaurant
• Free parking.
• Option to lease an electric car.