Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

About Wood Thilsted

Wood Thilsted (WT) is a worldleading engineering consultancy specialising in offshore wind farm development from earlystage feasibility through to construction and operation. We are a purpose-driven company delivering engineering consultancy services. We have been consistently successful in attracting the most competent and experienced geotechnical specialists passionate about working in the global wind industry.

Weoperateglobally supporting projectslocatedthe UK Europe Asia Australia and North America. We currently employ staff of over160 most based in the UK and Denmark but also in offices in TaiwanSouthKoreaJapanandPoland.

We are in search of an ambitious Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnicaldepartment from September primary work location will be in one of our UK officeseither inEdinburgh or London. You may expect some travelling in Northern Europe in relation to your work. Opportunities for short- or long-term assignments abroad may also be available.

The Team

You will join the Geotechnical Site Assessment (GSA) Department within WTs Site Characterisation Business Unit. Our team of world-class geotechnical engineers delivers innovative sustainable and optimised solutions which empower clients to achieve their renewable energy goals with greater speed and efficiency through strong commitment to technical excellence innovation and collaboration.

The team issupportinganddeveloping offshore geotechnical datasurveycampaign and laboratory testing preparation of specifications and data reviewactivitiesensuring clientssurveys deliver high quality data to optimise engineering undertakeinterpretationof geotechnical data forderivationofinputdesign parametersas well asdesign of offshore foundationsusing in-house and commercial toolsincludingscour design andcable engineering.

Role & Responsibilities

As aGraduate Geotechnical Engineertypical responsibilities include:

• Conducting desk studiesand site selection for offshore wind farms
• Designing and managing offshore geotechnical site investigation campaigns
• Specifying and processing laboratory test results
• Preparing geotechnical interpretive reports and geotechnical design profiles
• Supporting the development of 3D ground models
• Engaging insoil structure interaction and geotechnical foundation designincluding 3D finite element analyses
• Performing driveability and installation assessments
• ContributingtoR&D activities
• Participating in the development of in-house engineering software.

Required Experience & Qualifications

As a GraduateGeotechnicalEngineeryoumustbe able todemonstratethe following:

• Masters degree in civil engineering (e.g. MEng MScor equivalent)
• Interest and basic knowledge of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering
  A willingness to learn and develop
• The ability to see engineering problems within their wider context
• Great collaborative problem-solving skills
• Proactivity and the ability to work independently
• Appetite to challenge the status-quo and push boundaries
• Excellent English and report writing capabilities.

Beneficial / Desirable Experience

• Strong programming skills (e.g. Matlab or Python)
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous internship or placement experience in engineering.

We offer excellent opportunities to influence your daily work develop new competencies and work on interesting projects. At Wood Thilsted we care about ourpeopleand we are committed to a brighter future. We have defined our set of values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do. Our work environment is a place where everyone can be themselves and be their best. We are result-orientated and innovation-driven at a high professional level and with excellence in this we also offer competitive compensation and flexibility in working hours.

Application

Applications should be submittedatthecareerssitebyentering your details anduploadingyour CV(without aphoto).If you have any questions reach out to Kate Harnett at.

We are dedicated to an inclusive hiring process andproviding equal opportunities for all our job such wewill consideradjustments you may need during the application and hiring process.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Required Experience:

Junior IC