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Engineering Geologists and Geotechnical Engineers - UK Wide - Hybrid at Amentum

We are growing our Ground Engineering capabilities within the UK and are recruiting Engineering Geologists and Geotechnical Engineers at a range of experience levels, including Senior and Chartered professionals. The role supports Amentum’s worldwide workload across Defence, Nuclear Power, Environment and Government-Owned Critical Infrastructure industries. Flexible working arrangements are available with a mix of office-based and home working; Bristol is the preferred base, with other offices considered.

• Manage ground risk by delivering geotechnical assessment, analysis, design and construction supervision for diverse projects across the UK and internationally.
• Conduct Preliminary Source, Feasibility, value engineering, innovation and sustainability studies.
• Perform land and overwater ground investigations including advanced in situ and laboratory testing and data management.
• Characterise, parametricize and model soil and rock; conduct numerical and finite element analyses of geotechnical problems, including seismic and dynamic analyses.
• Design and specification of geotechnical works for innovative and sustainable structures (foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, ground improvement, ground anchors, soil nails, rock bolts, etc.).
• Provide technical construction assurance and ensure quality of deliverables.

• UK nationality; sole UK National; willing to obtain SC level security clearance; resident in the UK for the preceding 5 years.
• Experience or exposure to a range of the following: engineering geology, soil mechanics and rock mechanics; geotechnical desk studies, field mapping and geomorphological assessment; ground investigation design, specification, supervision, assessment and data management; 2D/3D ground modelling and characterisation.
• Routine geotechnical analysis, design and technical reporting for foundations, retaining structures, earthworks, landslip, excavations, ground treatment, reinforcement and ground anchors.
• Technical software such as OpenGround, Leapfrog, GEO5 Suite, RocScience, WellCad, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, MathCAD (beneficial).
• Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent.

We offer a competitive package with opportunities for career development in a supportive, diverse team. UK employees receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, and reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also support volunteering, matched funding, and charitable donations through our Collectively program. Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and part-time options, are available.

We value safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We strive to create a sense of belonging and support positive mental health. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and partner with organizations to attract diverse talent. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome flexible working arrangements and applications from candidates who may not meet all listed requirements.

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