Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Penguin Recruitment • Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh • Posted June 22, 2026
Position Overview
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...
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...