Principal geotechnical engineer Work, Jobs in London (with Salaries)

Principal Geotechnical Engineer
McDermott —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
Principal / Associate Geotechnical Engineer
Evan Craig —Watford
- £50,000 - £65,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Communication skills
Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Offshore
AtkinsRéalis —Epsom
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Travel
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Evan Craig —London
- Management
- Engineering
- Profit sharing
- Annual leave
Principal Structural or Geotechnical Engineer (MS/PhD)
Exponent Inc. —London
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Ramboll —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction experience
- Annual leave
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Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Evan Craig —London
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Associate/Chief Geotechnical Engineer-Offshore
AtkinsRéalis —Epsom
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Travel
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Evan Craig —London
- £45,000 - £65,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
Principal Hoisting System and Headframe Engineer
WSP —London
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Flexitime
- Work from home
Principal Engineer
Murphy Group —London
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Principal Jetty/Coastal Engineer
KBR —Leatherhead
- Full-time
- Engineering
Principal Engineer - Civil/Structural
Murphy Group —London
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Senior/Principal Cable Route Engineer
AtkinsRéalis —Epsom
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
- Master's degree
Senior Principal Structural Engineer
McDermott —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Engineering
- English
Principal Civil Engineer
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —London
- Weekend availability
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
12d
Principal Civil Engineer - Water / Wastewater
Egis —London
- Civil engineering
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
3d
Principal Civil Structural Engineer
Kent —Woking
- Civil engineering
- Management
- Engineering
Principal Civil Engineer
Ameresco —London
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Schematics
- Engineering
10d
Civil/Structural Design Engineer – St Albans
Tony Gee and Partners LLP —St Albans
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme

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Principal Geotechnical Engineer

McDermott -
London

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Doctoral degree
Engineering
Project coordination
Microsoft Office
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
APIs
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Overview:

The Principal Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for addressing unique and complex technical challenges with significant impact on business outcomes. This position demands proactive problem-solving and innovative thinking to develop creative solutions for geotechnical challenges in subsea oil and gas projects. The role influences project direction, resource allocation and technical strategies within the discipline, operating under general function policies and industry guidelines. Experience working with SURF Contractor is essential to be considered for the role.

Lutech Resources has over 25 years’ experience providing tailor made recruitment and integrated resource management to leading Engineering, Energy and Manufacturing sector companies worldwide. We set ourselves apart from others in the industry by building long term relationships with both our clients and candidates based on a mutual understanding of their targeted industry and a passion for excellence. With every engagement, our goal is to quickly place qualified talent with the best suited employer. We have a genuine understanding of candidates and clients’ needs. Along with a dynamic and effective service, we strive for positive outcomes for everyone, every time.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Job / Technical responsibilies:

Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and designs in accordance with design basis, project specifications, codes, and standards.
Apply advanced technical expertise and broad business knowledge to resolve complex and non-standard issues.
Prepare accurate and detailed design calculations, analyses, reports, and procedures.
Collaborate with structural, pipeline, installation, and other engineering disciplines to provide geotechnical input to multi-disciplinary project teams.
Deliver high-quality work demonstrating deep geotechnical knowledge and experience.
Prepare technical reports, specifications, and geotechnical calculations.
Develop scopes of work for geotechnical and geophysical surveys in shallow and deepwater fields, including laboratory testing programs for subsea pipelines and structures.
Interpret geotechnical survey data and derive design soil parameters.
Conduct geohazard assessments to support field layout and pipeline routing.
Design shallow and deep foundations for subsea structures (e.g., PLET, ILT, PLEM).
Perform pipe-soil interaction assessments for surface-laid and buried pipelines.
Assess trenching requirements and design rock berms.
Conduct seismic slope stability and liquefaction analyses.

Leadership responsibilies:

Lead the Geotechnical team to deliver assigned work within schedule, budget, and quality standards, in compliance with McDermott and project-specific procedures.
Plan, organise and manage all aspects of geotechnical scope, deliverables, schedule, and manpower resources in coordination with the Functional Manager.
Ensure clear definition of interfaces and deliverables.
Monitor progress and productivity, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
Represent the Geotechnical discipline in meetings with project teams, clients, certifying authorities, auditors, and third parties.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and share expertise across the department.

Reporting Structure:
Project:
Reports to Lead Engineer, Project Engineering Manager, or Project Manager.
Functional: Discipline Lead / Department Manager.
Liaises With: All engineering disciplines, Safety Department, Project Management Team, Document Control, Planning, Cost Control, QC, Certification Groups, Procurement, Subcontractors, Vendors, and Clients.

Essential Qualifications and Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
Minimum 10 years of experience in subsea/offshore oil and gas projects with major contractors or consultants, primarily in detailed design.
Comprehensive knowledge of design techniques, analysis methods, and application of relevant standards, codes, and guidelines.
Strong project coordination and execution skills.
Chartered Engineer status with a recognized professional body (e.g., ICE) preferred.
Proficient in geotechnical calculations, reporting, and documentation; familiar with standards such as API-RP-2GEO, DNV-RP-F114, ISO-19901-4.Skilled in
numerical analysis using Plaxis 2D/3D, SLOPE/W; experience with ABAQUS is advantageous.
Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex geotechnical issues and provide innovative solutions.

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