Engineering Geologist

Company: Tetra Tech
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will join a leading UK ground engineering consultancy to deliver engineering geology and geotechnical solutions on major infrastructure projects. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, performing field investigations, assessments, and design to support practical, science-led outcomes. The position offers hands-on project delivery across the UK and internationally, with mentorship toward Chartered status. You will partner with clients and colleagues to shape safe, high-quality ground engineering solutions.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • opportunity to work on UK and international projects
  • mentoring and support toward Chartered status
  • collaborative environment
  • training and development opportunities
  • Tetra Tech network backing

Responsibilities

  • Undertake field investigations and site inspections
  • Carry out technical assessments and interpret geological data
  • Prepare interpretative reports and support engineering design
  • Provide construction support and site-based delivery
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage clients
  • Contribute to safe, high-quality project delivery across varied environments
  • Support mentoring and progression toward Chartered status

Key requirements

  • 2:1 or First-class degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Mining Engineering or Civil Engineering
  • MSc in Engineering Geology, Mining Engineering or Civil Engineering (desirable)
  • genuine interest in ground engineering
  • strong communication skills
  • flexibility for site work and overseas travel
  • collaboration
  • clear communication
  • analytical thinking
  • engineering geology
  • geotechnical engineering
  • site investigations

Posted: September 14th, 2026