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Engineering Geologist

Employer: Penguin Recruitment Location: Sheffield Salary: £35000 - £45000/annum
Posted on
9/1/2026
Employment Type
Permanent
Job Reference
225553137

Job Description

Engineering Geologist

Sheffield | -35,000 - -45,000

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to recruit an Engineering Geologist to join their growing ground engineering team in Sheffield, working on a range of renewable energy and infrastructure projects across the UK.

The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, supporting projects across wind, solar, battery energy storage and associated infrastructure.



The Role

  • Planning and supervising ground investigations
  • Engineering geological and geotechnical logging
  • Site supervision and contractor management
  • Factual and interpretative reporting
  • Ground model development and interpretation
  • Geotechnical assessment of renewable energy developments
  • Supporting foundation and earthworks assessments
  • Reviewing ground investigation data and laboratory results
  • Working closely with geotechnical, civil, environmental and energy specialists
  • Liaising with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders


Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related subject
  • 2+ years' relevant experience within ground investigation, engineering geology or geotechnical consultancy
  • Experience with site investigation and geological logging
  • Good understanding of UK ground conditions
  • Strong report writing and technical skills
  • Full UK driving licence

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large multidisciplinary consultancy and work on technically interesting projects within the rapidly growing renewable energy sector, with strong opportunities for career development and progression.