Engineering Geomorphologist

Company: Jacobs
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

Overview

As an Engineering Geomorphologist in our Glasgow team, you apply geomorphic insights to complex ground-related challenges across major infrastructure projects. You will work in a multidisciplinary setting to assess landslides, erosion and natural hazards, informing design and resilience. You’ll experience a mix of fieldwork, GIS analysis and collaborative problem-solving that has real-world impact on communities and assets. This role offers growth toward chartership within a global geoscience team.

Pay / Benefits

  • Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
  • 24 days annual leave (+ option to buy up to 10 days)
  • Enhanced pension contributions up to 10%
  • Private medical cover
  • Life assurance at four times salary
  • Wellbeing support including Calm and Daily Burn

Responsibilities

  • Undertake geomorphological surveys and site investigations
  • Map landforms, terrain features and geohazards
  • Support natural hazard and risk assessments
  • Interpret topographic, LiDAR and remote sensing datasets
  • Produce GIS-based analysis and mapping outputs
  • Provide geomorphological input to engineering and environmental projects
  • Collaborate with geotechnical, environmental and water specialists across multidisciplinary teams
  • Contribute to development of innovative, sustainable solutions for clients

Key requirements

  • Geology, Earth Sciences, Physical Geography, Engineering Geology or related discipline degree
  • Strong GIS skills and experience with GIS software
  • Experience in consultancy, research or academia
  • Interest in geomorphology, geohazards and landscape processes
  • Valid UK driving licence
  • Willingness to travel and spend time away on project work
  • Motivation to work toward professional chartership
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Curiosity and learning orientation
  • Strong communication and knowledge-sharing
  • GIS and GIS software proficiency
  • LiDAR, remote sensing and terrain analysis
  • Geomorphological mapping and GIS outputs

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Posted: October 24th, 2026