Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer – Fugro
Location: Wallingford, UK (site-based with travel across the UK & Europe) | Full-time – 40 hours per week

At Fugro, we unlock insights from the Earth to build a safer and more sustainable world and we’re looking for a passionate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. Based in the UK with frequent site work, this role places you at the heart of ground investigation projects that support critical infrastructure, energy, and environmental developments. Working closely with experienced Principal Engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality geotechnical data and insights that shape real-world decisions. This is a hands-on, dynamic position with a mix of field and office work, offering variety, development, and the chance to make a tangible impact.  

Your role and responsibilities:

• Carry out and support geotechnical site investigations, including logging soil and rock in line with industry standards and Fugro procedures
• Perform and process in-situ testing (e.g. CPT, HPD, packer testing) and contribute to accurate, high-quality data capture
• Produce field reports and deliverables, including AGS data, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
• Assist with laboratory testing programmes and apply results to support geotechnical interpretations
• Collaborate with project teams, field crews, and office-based engineers to ensure smooth project delivery
• Communicate effectively with clients and act as a professional Fugro representative on site
• Support reporting activities, including data analysis, ground modelling, and preparation of technical outputs

What you’ll need to thrive in this role:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Geotechnical Engineering, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline
• Prior experience in Geotechnical Engineering or Ground Investigation projects.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly across the UK and Europe for site work
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a proactive and flexible approach
• Eligibility or interest in working towards professional membership (e.g. ICE, Geological Society) and a valid UK driving licence

Please note: due to UK Visas and Immigration requirements, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship​.

About Us

Who we are 
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team. 

What we offer 

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team. 

 
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion 

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other. 

Benefits of joining our team

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Group life assurance
• Group income protection
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts platform
• The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Long service awards
• Fugro values awards
• Employee referral bonus scheme

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Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.