Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Louisiana
Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Louisiana are open across Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Saint Rose and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Tetra Tech, Terracon Consultants, and ECS Limited hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Fugro, we offer specialized services that cater to specific industry needs. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise, our geo-consulting services provide critical insights for infrastructure and development projects.
Geotechnical Engineer
The Geotechnical Engineer performs geotechnical work around the process of acquiring, analyzing, engineering, and interpreting of complete and high-quality geotechnical data to provide accurate and customized services to clients. This individual will provide geotechnical advice in one or a small number of specialized technical disciplines and develops solutions to clients by putting acquired geotechnical data into context.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.
- Use prescribed methods to perform project tasks under the supervision of an experienced professional.
- Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations, adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, and follow operations through a series of detailed steps or processes.
- Assist senior professionals with project execution including coordination of field exploration, assigning laboratory testing and performing analyses.
- Assist senior professionals with proposal and report preparation.
- Complete assignments in a timely and accurate manner within project budget.
- Meet all utilization goals as determined by Activity Center Manager or supervisor.
- Support and encourage continuous improvement of the company’s processes, including safety program and quality management system.
- Communicate tactfully and effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Maintain effective work relations with those encountered in the course of employment.
- Execute work duties in an organized and efficient manner.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Legally Authorized to work in the United States, without restrictions
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in Geotechnical and/or Civil Engineering. Master’s Degree preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a geotechnical engineer and/or civil engineer is preferred, academic experience is required.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence. Present information and ideas and respond to questions in a clear and concise manner.
- Practical knowledge of college-level calculus, geometry, statistics, and other related mathematical disciplines.
- Understand advanced technical requirements and current data acquisition procedures.
- Advanced knowledge of technology including standard office and engineering software and equipment.
- Possess or be able to obtain valid passport, possible international travel/assignments may be required.
Pay: $72,522.77 - $87,339.26 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Geotechnical Engineer Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tetra Tech8

- Terracon Consultants4

- ECS Limited3

- HDR3

- Fugro1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Technology & Software7
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Construction & Real Estate2
- Energy2
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in geotechnical engineer jobs across Louisiana.
- 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
Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many geotechnical engineer jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 21+ geotechnical engineer openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Saint Rose. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do geotechnical engineers make in Louisiana?
Geotechnical engineers in Louisiana earn a median of about $105,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,570 for the lowest 10% to over $156,610 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most geotechnical engineer jobs?
Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Saint Rose have the most geotechnical engineer openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire geotechnical engineers in Louisiana?
Employers hiring geotechnical engineers in Louisiana include Tetra Tech, Terracon Consultants, and ECS Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote geotechnical engineer jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of geotechnical engineer openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for geotechnical engineer jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to geotechnical engineer jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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