Geotechnical Engineer Jobs
Geotechnical Engineer jobs are open across civil engineering, construction, environmental consulting, and mining, at every level from entry-level EIT to senior and principal, with specializations in slope stability, foundation design, and ground improvement. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including for example public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Integrate quality leadership practices into daily regimen.
- Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
- Mid-level, experienced engineering professional responsible for managing and executing small to medium projects and sometimes more complex projects.
- Develop the scope of work for routine projects.
- Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents.
- Analyze data, and perform engineering calculations and analysis.
- Coordinate and supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data, development of recommendations.
- Develop plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
- Work closely with senior-level project manager to gain project management and engineering experience.
- Make design recommendations, adaptations and modifications.
- Prepare work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals for routine projects.
- Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members.
- Supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
- Interact with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
- Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer and a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Engineering.
- Engineering Intern (Engineer in Training) (Or ability to obtain)
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including for example public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Integrate quality leadership practices into daily regimen.
- Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
- Mid-level, experienced engineering professional responsible for managing and executing small to medium projects and sometimes more complex projects.
- Develop the scope of work for routine projects.
- Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents.
- Analyze data, and perform engineering calculations and analysis.
- Coordinate and supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data, development of recommendations.
- Develop plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
- Work closely with senior-level project manager to gain project management and engineering experience.
- Make design recommendations, adaptations and modifications.
- Prepare work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals for routine projects.
- Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members.
- Supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
- Interact with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
- Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer and a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Engineering.
- Engineering Intern (Engineer in Training) (Or ability to obtain)
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Who's Hiring
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services43
- Terracon Consultants37
- ECS Limited32
- Schnabel Engineering25
- Atlas Technical Consultants22
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services230
- Construction & Real Estate34
- Technology & Software29
- Energy15
- Staffing & Recruiting6
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in geotechnical engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or geotechnical engineering
- Proficiency in geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, SLOPE/W, or GeoStudio
- Experience with subsurface investigation, boring logs, and lab testing programs
- Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer licensure, or active pursuit
- Familiarity with AASHTO, USCS, and relevant ASTM testing standards
- Strong technical writing skills for geotechnical reports and design memoranda
Tips for Your Geotechnical Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project types
Geotechnical employers scan resumes for specific project experience like retaining walls, embankment design, or deep foundation analysis. List the soil conditions and site types you've worked with, not just your job duties, so hiring managers can immediately match you to their active projects.
Highlight your field investigation skills
Many postings require hands-on field work: logging borings, conducting SPT testing, or overseeing lab programs. Call these out explicitly on your resume with the equipment and standards you've used, because candidates who can move between office and field are consistently in higher demand.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists geotechnical engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by sector before applying
Your experience in transportation geotechnics reads differently to a mining firm than to a land development consultant. Read each posting for the dominant project type and customize your cover letter to reflect that sector's vocabulary, whether that's roadway embankments, tailings facilities, or building foundations.
Prepare technical examples for your interview
Interviewers in geotechnical roles routinely ask you to walk through a real slope stability analysis or describe how you'd approach a weak soil site. Prepare two or three project narratives that demonstrate your analytical process, software tools used, and how you communicated risk to a client or contractor.
Ask targeted questions about the project pipeline
During interviews, ask about the mix of public-sector and private-sector projects, travel expectations, and whether the team relies on in-house lab testing. These details reveal workload realities that job postings rarely disclose and help you negotiate scope before accepting an offer.
Geotechnical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most geotechnical engineers?
The companies hiring the most geotechnical engineers right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Terracon Consultants, and ECS Limited, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to cluster around states with active infrastructure, transportation, and commercial development programs.
How many geotechnical engineer jobs are remote?
About 34% of geotechnical engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most geotechnical work. Data analysis, report writing, and project management tasks are the sub-areas most commonly performed remotely, while site investigation and construction observation roles almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a geotechnical engineer?
You become a geotechnical engineer by earning a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, then focusing on geotechnical coursework in soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and rock mechanics. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam earns you EIT status, and accumulating supervised project experience lets you sit for the Professional Engineer exam, which most senior and project management roles require.
How do you get hired as a geotechnical engineer with little experience?
Entry-level geotechnical roles typically look for candidates who have completed relevant coursework, summer internships, or undergraduate research involving soil or rock testing. Emphasizing hands-on lab work, any field logging experience, and familiarity with software like GeoStudio or PLAXIS sets you apart. Many firms also hire EITs directly out of graduate programs for roles involving supervised field and office work.
What does the geotechnical engineer interview process look like?
The geotechnical engineer interview process typically involves an initial recruiter or HR screen, followed by a technical interview with senior engineers where you discuss past projects, analytical methods, and software experience. Some firms include a short written or oral problem-solving exercise covering soil mechanics fundamentals. Final rounds often involve a meeting with project managers or principals who assess your communication style and fit with the team's project mix.
Where can I find and apply to geotechnical engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to geotechnical engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred sector, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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