Job Description

Geotechnical Engineering is the branch of Civil Engineering which focusses on the engineering behavior of the soils and rocks beneath our feet - Geotechnical Engineering combines Civil Engineering with geology. Most construction projects require Geotechnical Engineering to be undertaken at some point, which means that Geotechnical Engineers play a vital role on a variety of different projects. Some examples of these projects include highways, railways, tunneling, bridge foundations and dealing with natural hazards (such as landslides, earthquakes etc.).

Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on world class projects as part of our Tunnelling and Ground Engineering (TGE) team in Glasgow. You will be supported in learning new skills using specialist software, learning design principles and standards and assisting in delivering - and adding value to - our projects. You will be involved in assisting in the development of geotechnical designs, drawings, calculations and opportunities to support construction and ground investigation site works.

You will work towards achieving a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering at the University of Strathclyde on a part time basis, through blended learning (generally 4 days per week of working and 1 day per week of study during term time).

You should be able to demonstrate that you are:

• A well-mannered and professional individual with a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Proactive in nature who takes pride in ‘getting things done’ to a high standard
• Able to demonstrate a keen interest in a career in Geotechnical Engineering

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

You should have achieved grade B or above in at least 4 Higher (or equivalent) including Mathematics. Other relevant qualifications will be considered. Consideration will also be given to those who do not currently meet the above minimum grades but who are currently about to sit Higher exams (which could provide the candidate with the required minimum grades).Strong numeracy skills. Confident communication skills both written and verbal. Experience of using Microsoft office packages; particularly Microsoft Excel. An interest in computer aided design using AutoCAD. A willingness to learn and develop new skills.