Principal Geotechnical Engineer

A leading engineering and design consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join their Ground Engineering team in either Manchester, Leeds, or Belfast. This is a great opportunity to join one of the UK's leading geotechnical consultancies, supporting a growing portfolio of prestigious projects across infrastructure and energy sectors including defence, rail, highways, water, renewable energy, low carbon engineering, and nuclear power. Responsibilities of Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer: * Lead geotechnical projects with strong technical and management credentials across UK and international programmes * Mentor and develop junior geotechnical engineers within the team * Deliver geotechnical design including structures, foundations, slopes, and anchors using appropriate tools and workflows * Apply digital geotechnical engineering capability including AI and machine learning in geotechnical design * Manage client relationships, work planning, and commercial management across projects * Apply CDM Regulations within design and ground investigation environments * Support business development and work winning activity to expand infrastructure and energy geotechnics capability * Produce high quality reports with a self-checking approach to accuracy and delivery Essential Requirements Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer: * Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology with a postgraduate qualification in a geotechnical subject * Chartered status as a civil engineer or geologist * Proven geotechnical design experience and numerical/analytical capabilities using tools such as GeoStudio, Repute, Wallap, or equivalent * Experience working in Design and Build environments * Strong project management and commercial track record * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with confidence to liaise with clients * Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas * Valid UK driving licence