Geotechnical Engineer

Full-time, Fixed term for 27 months

We are seeking an ambitious, talented and motivated individual to be at the centre of an innovative KTP project with Borehole Solutions Ltd and Leeds Beckett University.

This 27-month role will see you work with the engineering team at Borehole Solutions to develop the first large-scale soil laboratory testing programme to validate data and provide a detailed insight into sonic drilling throughout the UK. The project and role are vital in fulfilling Borehole Solutions strategic aim to drive the adoption of sonic drilling across the UK and to position themselves as a market leader in the provision of this service.

Supported by a comprehensive project plan and academics at Leeds Beckett University you will work with the team at Borehole Solutions to:

• Establish and embed rigorous testing of different soil types, properties and parameters required to validate the advantages of sonic drilling. For example, the use of triaxial testing would be embedded throughout the testing programme.

• Undertake a high-level critical appraisal and analysis of published literature and data sets and disseminate your own findings via academic journals and papers, client presentations and trade fairs etc leading to long-term thought leadership and industry credibility.

• Evaluate the internal business capabilities of Borehole Solutions and analyse the external market and competitors to select and pursue key markets and customers.

• Understand and find solutions to challenges from internal and external stakeholders.

Borehole Solutions Ltd are site investigation specialists based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire offering ground investigation, geotechnical and environmental services to architects, builders, structural and consultant engineers, local authorities and private industry. They are a leading provider of geotechnical drilling solutions across the UK with over 20 years’ experience.  

We are looking for applications from a self-starter, with strong interpersonal skills and project management experience. You will have an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or similar with excellent geotechnical knowledge. Professional work experience in site investigation and/or in a civil engineering laboratory testing environment along with an understanding of the British Standards for testing soils (e.g. the triaxial test) would be advantageous. Excellent IT literacy, with the ability to work with, and analyse large data sets, is required.

The role will provide you with senior level experience and an opportunity to lead a project across a range of business functions including lab testing, data analysis and commercialisation. This will be an exciting role for the right candidate presenting an excellent opportunity to make a tangible difference to the business. You will be well supported by academic experts at Leeds Beckett and colleagues at Borehole Solutions Ltd, but you need to be open to new challenges and prepared to involve yourself in all aspects of the business.

This role is part of the national Knowledge Transfer Partnership scheme. You will benefit from a management training programme and a personal development package of £4700 to deliver this project. KTP’s are an invaluable way for talented graduates to fast-track their career development and establish themselves as the industry leaders of tomorrow. Leeds Beckett University also offer all our KTP project leaders the opportunity to study for a fully funded higher degree.

To arrange an informal discussion about this post, please contact k.frenneaux@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.

Closing date: Tuesday 9th April 2024 (23:59)

For further information and to apply please visit: http://tinyurl.com/4pkmk8h4

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