Chartered, Senior and Principal Geotechnical Engineer - Seismic Engineering

AtkinsRéalis are recruiting for dynamic and motivated near-Chartered, Chartered, Senior and Principal Geotechnical Engineers with strong technical credentials and particular focus in seismic geotechnics and advanced geotechnical analysis to support our increasing workload in the UK and globally.

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies, with over 50,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job; we offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. As one of the UK’s leading geotechnical consultancies, AtkinsRéalis offers a comprehensive service in ground engineering. With more than 320 UK based ground engineering professionals, AtkinsRéalis’ geotechnical reputation is built on the skills, excellence, and commitment of our people.

AtkinsRéalis is playing a leading role in the worldwide drive to decarbonise our energy networks. We have a rapidly growing portfolio of prestigious career-enhancing seismic geotechnical projects in the UK and internationally, including Sizewell ‘C’, SMR, next generation reactor projects, and large-scale defence-related developments. We need to increase our team to meet the growing demands from our clients. Rapid career development will be possible for the right candidates. We have the depth of knowledge and breadth of expertise to help you build a bright career in this exciting and rapidly evolving sector.

Requirements:

We are looking for a range of staff who will take on either Chartered, Senior or Principal Geotechnical Engineering roles in our Ground Engineering business. We are looking for staff who can fill key roles in complex geotechnical projects with minimal supervision, develop their experience and support the wider AtkinsRéalis practice as we develop out team.

The successful candidates will be expected to hold a key role in our Geotechnical and Numerical Modelling Technical Discipline teams. These form the core of our technical capability, ensuring that AtkinsRéalis continues to push the envelope of our geotechnical design and modelling as clients continually demand more from us.

The candidate should have:

• A strong academic background with a relevant engineering degree and ideally an MSc or PhD in a relevant subject.
• Solid years of experience in performing numerical modelling with advanced numerical modelling software (e.g., FLAC / FLAC3D, PLAXIS 2D / 3D etc) and analysing results.
• Experience in validation of geotechnical numerical analysis and numerical model calibration.
• Experience in the process of geotechnical numerical analysis within an interdisciplinary project environment.
• A desire to drive digital innovation and further AtkinsRéalis’ capability in advanced geotechnical analysis and design.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to liaise with clients and engineers from other disciplines.
• Excellent report writing skills with the ability to self-check and produce accurate work.
• Strong interest in coaching and mentoring junior colleagues within the Geotechnical team.
• A willingness to travel on short assignments both within the UK and overseas.
• Working towards or holding Chartered status.
• A valid UK driving licence.

The following qualifications are considered desirable:

• Detailed understanding of advanced constitutive soil models, parameter selection for undertaking non-linear analysis (e.g., dynamic analysis, Soil-Structure interaction, thermo-mechanical calculations including creep calculations).
• Experience in programming (e.g., Python, C++) with focus in geotechnical applications.
• Proven geotechnical analysis and design experience in seismic geotechnical analysis and design including seismic design for shallow and deep foundations, soil-structure interaction, seismic deformational analyses, seismic response of dams and embankments, liquefaction assessment and ground improvement.

What we offer?

AtkinsRéalis recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements.  As part of this commitment, we understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 ‘till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office.

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Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Training:

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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