Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Dec 21, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer Surrey 27,000

Are you a recent Geotechnical Engineering graduate looking for an exciting opportunity to start your career in the geotechnical sector? A well-established and talented team in Surrey is looking to bring on a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to support a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical design projects.

You will be working for a leading geotechnical and geo-environmental specialist, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality ground investigations and design solutions across the South East.

Key responsibilities of the Graduate Geotechnical Engineer include:

  • Assisting with geotechnical ground investigations
  • Soil and rock logging to current standards
  • Sampling and monitoring works
  • Supporting geotechnical reporting and data interpretation
  • Assisting with basic geotechnical design calculations and drawings
  • Working closely with senior engineers on both site and design tasks

No prior industry experience is required, full training and mentoring will be provided. This role offers a great balance of site-based work and office-based design exposure, making it ideal for a graduate looking to build strong technical foundations and progress along a clear and structured career path.

Company benefits:

  • Competitive starting salary
  • Company vehicle
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Clear progression and development plan
  • Generous holiday allowance

Essential criteria:

  • Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Ability to commute to the Surrey office and sites
  • Full UK driving licence

If you meet the above criteria and are keen to begin your career in geotechnical engineering with hands-on design experience, we would love to hear from you.