Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Kansas

Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Kansas draw steady demand from infrastructure, transportation, and energy development, with openings at every level from entry-level field engineer to senior project lead. The busiest hiring markets are Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where firms like Burns & McDonnell, HNTB, and the Kansas Department of Transportation anchor consistent project pipelines. Foundation analysis, slope stability, and subsurface investigation are the most sought-after specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

Find Geotechnical Engineer Jobs

Overview

Open roles8
Top employerBlack & Veatch
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring3
Work type33% Remote
Top industryConsulting

Showing 5 of 8+ Geotechnical Engineer jobs

Geotechnical Engineer Lead
We won't show you this job again
Added 1w ago
Geotechnical Engineer Lead
SCS Engineers
Overland Park, Kansas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Geological & Mining Engineering
$120k - $180k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Geotechnical Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
We won't show you this job again
Added 2w ago
Geotechnical Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
Kiewit Corporation
Lenexa, Kansas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Geological & Mining Engineering
Master's degree in civil engineering
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Staff Geotechnical Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Added 3w ago
Staff Geotechnical Engineer
Black & Veatch
Overland Park, Kansas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Master's degree in civil engineering
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Associate Geotechnical Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Added 3w ago
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
Black & Veatch
Overland Park, Kansas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Master's degree in civil engineering
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Senior Geotechnical Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Added 1mo ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Universal Engineering Sciences
Overland Park, Kansas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
On-Site
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

See All 8 Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Kansas

Find roles in Kansas that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Geotechnical Engineer Jobs

Geotechnical Engineer Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
4 jobs
Kansas City
3 jobs
Lenexa
1 job

Geotechnical Engineer Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Black & Veatch2 open roles
Olsson1 open role
Intertek1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in geotechnical engineer jobs across Kansas.

  • Active Kansas Professional Engineer license or eligibility for Kansas licensure reciprocity
  • Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering from an accredited program
  • Proficiency in geotechnical software such as LPILE, SLIDE, or gINT
  • Experience conducting field investigations including borings, sampling, and soil testing
  • Ability to prepare geotechnical reports and interpret subsurface exploration data
  • Familiarity with KDOT standards and local municipal permitting processes

Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a geotechnical engineer in Kansas?

You become a geotechnical engineer in Kansas by earning a bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, then pursuing licensure through the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions. Most employers expect candidates to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam shortly after graduation and work toward a Professional Engineer registration, which requires four years of qualifying experience and the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam.

How much do geotechnical engineers make in Kansas?

Geotechnical engineers in Kansas earn a median of about $96,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,260 for the lowest 10% to over $150,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire geotechnical engineers in Kansas?

Kansas geotechnical engineer roles are posted by Black & Veatch, Olsson, and Intertek and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Kansas's concentration of infrastructure, transportation, and energy projects keeps a broad range of civil and environmental engineering firms actively recruiting throughout the year.

Which Kansas cities have the most geotechnical engineer jobs?

Overland Park, Kansas City, and Lenexa lead Kansas for geotechnical engineer openings. Wichita drives volume through its aerospace infrastructure and KDOT regional operations, Kansas City benefits from large-scale transportation and commercial development projects anchored by national engineering firms, and Topeka sees consistent demand tied to state agency work and public works contracting.

Are there remote geotechnical engineer jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Geotechnical engineering is heavily field-dependent, with core work involving on-site borings, site assessments, and lab testing that cannot be done remotely. About 67% of geotechnical engineer openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically cover report writing, data interpretation, or project management duties rather than field investigation work.

How can I get hired as a geotechnical engineer in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for field engineer or engineering technician roles at Kansas-based civil and geotechnical firms while pursuing your Fundamentals of Engineering designation through the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions. Firms like Burns & McDonnell and HNTB run structured new-graduate programs that rotate candidates through field and office assignments. A strong academic record, coursework in soil mechanics or foundation design, and any laboratory or field internship experience strengthen early applications considerably.

Where can I find and apply to geotechnical engineer jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to geotechnical engineer jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings across firms of every size. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.

See All 8 Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Kansas

Find roles in Kansas that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Geotechnical Engineer Jobs