Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Edinburgh

Company Description

Kiloh Associates, a LaBella Company, specializes in civil, structural, geotechnical, and environmental engineering for the property and energy markets across the UK. With extensive experience in pre-planning advice, transportation, hydrology, and site investigations, we offer comprehensive engineering solutions. The team is well-versed in highways, bridges, foundations, and drainage design, as well as alternative cost-reduction strategies for contractors and developers. In the energy sector, we bring expertise in wind, hydro, biomass, operational efficiency, and solar engineering. Kiloh Associates is proud to be ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 certified, delivering local engineering solutions tailored to the specific needs of local clients.

Roles and Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering geotechnical design within multidisciplinary project teams. Their experience should include preparing desk studies, specifying ground investigations, producing interpretative reports, and designing foundations, slopes, basements, and other geotechnical structures. A strong understanding of UK project environments and ground conditions is essential, while familiarity with the local civil engineering market is highly desirable. Demonstrated experience in project management and financial control is also required.

They will be an effective team player with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in mentoring and supporting junior staff. This role is well suited to a dynamic individual with the ambition to grow and develop a high‑performing team.

Skills required:

Chartered Engineer in Civil Engineering or similar

Desirable:

Specialist Geotechnical qualification, e.g. MSc or similar is desirable