Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer – Cork / Hybrid

Multi‑Disciplined Engineering Consultancy

A leading multi‑disciplined consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with 3+ years’ experience to join their growing team in Cork. This role involves delivering geotechnical design and ground‑engineering support on a wide range of infrastructure projects including highways, rail, structures, water and commercial developments. Hybrid working available.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare ground investigation contract documents for major infrastructure and commercial projects
• Plan, procure and supervise ground investigation works
• Carry out desk studies and prepare technical reports
• Design earthworks, foundations, retaining walls and slope stability solutions to Eurocode 7 (with senior support)
• Produce geotechnical specifications, drawings, risk registers and related documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Ireland

Requirements:

• 3+ years’ geotechnical design experience on civil or infrastructure projects
• Degree in Civil, Geotechnical or related engineering discipline
• Experience with ground investigation supervision and foundation inspections
• Familiarity with Irish/UK ground conditions an advantage
• Competent in geotechnical design software (e.g., GeoStudio, numerical modelling, CAD)
• Strong report writing, communication and organisational skills
• Full clean driver’s licence
• Willingness to travel for short site assignments

Benefits include:

Competitive salary, hybrid working, professional development support, and opportunities to work on diverse, high‑impact projects within a collaborative consultancy environment.

For a confidential discussion, contact: 
Eoin:  087 050 5417

Eoin@optimizerecruitment.ie