Key Takeaways
- Graduate Geotechnical or Geoenvironmental Engineer role in Newcastle.
- Contribute to ground assessment, geotechnical and geoenvironmental work on infrastructure and water projects.
- Support professional progression with relevant bodies such as ICE, GSL and/or IES.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
- Recruitment is ongoing, apply as soon as possible.
About the Role
Join our 2027 Graduate Programme as a Graduate Geotechnical or Geoenvironmental Engineer in our Newcastle office. You will contribute to ground assessment, geotechnical and geoenvironmental work across a range of infrastructure, water and community-focused projects.
Your core responsibilities will include:
- Supporting ground investigations, site characterisation and the preparation of ground investigation specifications and reports.
- Assessing geotechnical laboratory data, preparing ground models and supporting fundamental geotechnical design calculations.
- Contributing to geotechnical inputs such as foundations, retaining walls, soil and rock slope stability and earthworks.
- Reviewing historical maps and environmental information to identify potential sources of contamination.
- Evaluating soils and groundwater information, supporting environmental risk assessments and considering sustainable soil reuse or remediation options.
- Working within experienced multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with technical specialists across Stantec and developing your technical capability through varied project work.
We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation. This role will support professional progression with relevant bodies such as ICE, GSL and/or IES, depending on your chosen pathway and technical focus.
Your Impact
This role will help deliver better outcomes for communities and the environment by supporting the safe, sustainable and informed development of infrastructure and water-sector projects. Your work will help clients understand ground conditions, manage geotechnical and environmental risks, support sustainable material reuse and develop practical solutions for complex sites.
About you
At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Sciences or Chemistry, with a keen interest in working in the water sector, you will be:
- An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
- A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
- A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
- A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Working Pattern
Graduates are expected to work in the office 4 days per week.
What we can offer you:
- A competitive salary
- Private medical insurance
- A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
- Permanent employment contract
- Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
- A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network.
Right to Work
Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.