Principal Geotechnical Engineer Job at Vulcain Engineering Group (Cardiff)

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Vulcain Engineering Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Cardiff ▼
Bristol

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Not provided

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Job Description:

We’re growing our geotechnical team in Cardiff and are looking for a practical, flexible Principal Geotechnical Engineer to play a key role in our continued expansion. This is an opportunity to join a busy, supportive office delivering a diverse range of projects across domestic and commercial structures, rail, bridges and temporary works, spanning both public and private sectors. You’ll take ownership of selected projects, work closely with engineers and technicians, and be supported by senior leadership, with real scope to develop your career while contributing directly to the wider growth of the business.

Job Responsibility:

Take technical and delivery ownership of geotechnical projects, leading and approving designs for temporary and permanent works, with a strong focus on reviewing and checking the work of others
Lead project delivery across your remit, managing priorities, outputs, programmes and quality standards
Oversee and coordinate engineers and technicians within the team, providing technical direction and guidance
Manage project delivery activities including programmes, resourcing, forecasting and invoicing input
Prepare and review technical reports, feasibility and option studies, and associated project documentation
Undertake site inspections and geotechnical surveys where required
Act as a key client contact and support relationship development and business development activity
Collaborate with other offices and disciplines, mentor junior staff, and contribute to team and wider business growth

Requirements:

Degree qualified (BSc, BEng or MEng) in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a closely related discipline
Extensive relevant experience in geotechnical engineering alongside demonstrable experience leading technical scopes, project packages or small teams
Chartered status (or near-chartered) with a recognised professional body (e.g. CEng or CGeol)
Experience working on UK projects and familiarity with UK standards and practice
Strong technical reporting skills and a high standard of written and spoken English
Independent right to live and work in the UK
Rail sector experience, geotechnical inspections/surveys, and familiarity with engineering software (e.g. GEO-5, FEM tools, CAD) beneficial but not essential
Full UK driving licence useful but not essential

Nice to have:

Rail sector experience
Geotechnical inspections/surveys
Familiarity with engineering software (e.g. GEO-5, FEM tools, CAD)
Full UK driving licence

What we offer:

Hybrid working set-up with flexible working hours
Casual office attire and relaxed and comfortable working environment
Minimum 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays plus a day off on your Birthday
Additional leave purchase scheme
Annual discretionary bonus scheme
Private medical Insurance
Contributory Pension Scheme up to 5%
Cycle to work scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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