Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

This specialized engineering position sits within the Geotechnical Site Assessment (GSA) department and focuses on offshore wind farm development.

About Wood Thilsted 

Wood Thilsted (WT) is a world‑leading engineering consultancy specialising in offshore wind farm development, from early‑stage 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. 

We operate globally, supporting projects located the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. We currently employ staff of over 160, most based in the UK and Denmark but also in offices in Taiwan, South Korea, Japan and Poland. 

We are in search of an ambitious Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical department from September 2026. The primary work location will be in one of our UK offices, either in Edinburgh 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 WT’s 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 is supporting and developing offshore geotechnical data survey campaign and laboratory testing, preparation of specifications and data review activities ensuring clients’ surveys deliver high quality data to optimise engineering solutions. We undertake interpretation of geotechnical data for derivation of input design parameters as well as design of offshore foundations using in-house and commercial tools including scour design and cable engineering. 

Role & Responsibilities 

As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, typical responsibilities include:

• Conducting desk studies and 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 in soil structure interaction and geotechnical foundation designincluding 3D finite element analyses, 

• Performing driveability and installation assessments, 

• Contributing to R&D activities,

• Participating in the development of in-house engineering software. 

Required Experience & Qualifications 

As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer you must be able to demonstrate the following: 

• Master’s degree in civil engineering (e.g. MEng, MSc or 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 our people and 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 delivery. Besides this we also offer competitive compensation and flexibility in working hours.