Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer Jobs
New grad geotechnical engineer jobs are built for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings pull from Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with employers like Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, S&ME, and Haley & Aldrich hiring at this level now.
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Geotechnical Staff Field Engineer
Westwood Professional Services
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Field Engineer to join our team. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Requirements:- Participate in geotechnical site investigations, assignment and assessment of geotechnical laboratory tests, preparation of investigation reports, and application of site data to analyses and design.
- Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type, classification and engineering characteristics of materials. Complete or assist with geotechnical engineering analyses including, but not limited to, seepage, slope stability, bearing capacity, rotational stiffness, liquefaction, and settlement analyses.
- Keep management advised of work status, workload, problems and progress as related to work assignments.
- Participate in preparation of proposals, bid documents and capital cost estimates, construction drawings and design reports.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering from an ABET accredited college.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing, and general civil/geotechnical engineering design and construction practices.
- Strong technical, communication and interpersonal skills and works best in a fast-paced environment. Along with detailed documentation focus and sound technical writing skills.
- Flexibility to travel/work in the field for extended periods and have the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with construction projects.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English.
- Ability to use sound judgment.
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to details.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with slope stability software (GeoStudio), pile design software (LPile), and other geotechnical software a plus. Knowledge of Auto CAD Civil3D would also be an asset.
- For Preferred Consideration
- EIT/FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred.
Geotechnical Staff Field Engineer
Westwood Professional Services
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Staff Field Engineer to join our team. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.
Requirements:- Participate in geotechnical site investigations, assignment and assessment of geotechnical laboratory tests, preparation of investigation reports, and application of site data to analyses and design.
- Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type, classification and engineering characteristics of materials. Complete or assist with geotechnical engineering analyses including, but not limited to, seepage, slope stability, bearing capacity, rotational stiffness, liquefaction, and settlement analyses.
- Keep management advised of work status, workload, problems and progress as related to work assignments.
- Participate in preparation of proposals, bid documents and capital cost estimates, construction drawings and design reports.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil/geotechnical engineering from an ABET accredited college.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing, and general civil/geotechnical engineering design and construction practices.
- Strong technical, communication and interpersonal skills and works best in a fast-paced environment. Along with detailed documentation focus and sound technical writing skills.
- Flexibility to travel/work in the field for extended periods and have the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with construction projects.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English.
- Ability to use sound judgment.
- Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to details.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with slope stability software (GeoStudio), pile design software (LPile), and other geotechnical software a plus. Knowledge of Auto CAD Civil3D would also be an asset.
- For Preferred Consideration
- EIT/FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred.
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- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services10
- S&ME7
- Haley & Aldrich5
- WSP in the U.S.5
- Westwood Professional Services4
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- Construction & Real Estate12
- Technology & Software6
- Aerospace & Defense2
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Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level geotechnical engineer job?
Entry level geotechnical engineer roles reward candidates who can demonstrate hands-on lab work, field experience, or software skills like AutoCAD or gINT. Internships, senior capstone projects, and site-investigation coursework all signal readiness to hiring managers. EIT certification (passing the FE exam) gives a strong edge at this stage, and a clean, specific resume that lists soil-testing or slope-stability projects beats a generic one every time.
Which companies hire entry level geotechnical engineers?
Companies hiring entry level geotechnical engineers right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, S&ME, and Haley & Aldrich, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including geotechnical consulting firms, civil engineering contractors, and public-sector infrastructure agencies that regularly bring on junior staff to support field investigations and lab testing.
Are there remote entry level geotechnical engineer jobs?
Yes, though most geotechnical roles at this level require fieldwork or lab access. About 10% of entry level geotechnical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and these tend to be report-writing, data-analysis, or project-support positions rather than full site-based roles. Hybrid arrangements are more common than fully remote at the junior level.
Are these new grad geotechnical engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior geotechnical engineer roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op work in place of full-time history, or explicitly mentions a degree requirement without demanding prior professional experience. If you are a recent graduate with internship or lab work, these roles are directly relevant.
Which industries hire the most entry level geotechnical engineers?
Entry Level geotechnical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they depend on a steady pipeline of junior engineers to support site investigations, foundation assessments, and infrastructure projects that require geotechnical input from early in the design phase.