Gradute Engineering Geologist

Graduate Engineering Geologist

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £28,000 - £34,000

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Cambridge. This is an ideal role for a recent geology, engineering geology or geoscience graduate looking to build a long-term career within the ground engineering sector.

You'll work alongside experienced engineering geologists and geotechnical engineers on a wide variety of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the UK. The role offers a great balance of site and office work, providing exposure to every stage of ground investigation projects.

The Role

As a Graduate Engineering Geologist, you'll gain hands-on experience carrying out and supervising ground investigations, collecting and logging soil and rock samples, undertaking in-situ testing and preparing factual reports. As your experience develops, you'll become involved in interpreting ground conditions and supporting geotechnical design work.

Typical responsibilities include

• Assisting with ground investigations across a range of project sites
• Logging soil and rock samples to British Standards
• Supervising drilling rigs and site investigations
• Carrying out in-situ testing and groundwater monitoring
• Collecting environmental and geotechnical data
• Preparing factual ground investigation reports
• Supporting senior engineers with interpretative reporting and geotechnical assessments
• Liaising with contractors and clients on site
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline
• A full UK driving licence
• Enthusiastic and willing to work both on site and in the office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary
• Structured training and mentoring programme
• Clear progression towards Engineering Geologist and beyond
• Support towards professional accreditation
• Company pension
• Annual bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Regular technical training
• Exposure to a wide variety of ground investigation and geotechnical projects
• Friendly and supportive working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain practical site experience while developing strong technical skills within a respected engineering consultancy. You'll receive ongoing support from experienced professionals and have genuine opportunities for career progression as your knowledge and responsibilities grow.