Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in New York
Geotechnical Engineer jobs in New York are consistently in demand, concentrated in infrastructure, transportation, and urban development across one of the most active construction markets in the country, with openings at every level from entry-level field engineer to senior project lead. Most hiring centers around New York City, Albany, and Buffalo, where firms like AECOM, WSP, and Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers maintain substantial New York operations. Foundation design, slope stability analysis, and subsurface investigation for transit and building projects are the most sought-after specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Your role at GEI.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager to add technical and business development expertise to our growing Metro Area team and to mentor junior staff. GEI has a strong seller/doer culture, broad employee ownership, and a focus on collaboration. Our work includes transportation, building, waterfront, renewable and energy transmission, flood control, and dam/levee projects. The successful candidate will exhibit a combination of technical and managerial skills, strong interpersonal skills, and experience working with multiple client types (e.g., contractors, developers, teaming partners, and government agencies). The selected candidate will work closely with the senior leadership in the Metropolitan New York offices.
Location Flexibility
The selected candidate will work at one of our Metro NY offices (i.e., Bloomfield NJ, NYC, or Huntington Station, NY). This could be under a hybrid work arrangement with a combination of work from home and in the office.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Grow our geotechnical practice in New York/New Jersey by developing new and existing clients and markets while cross-selling GEI’s other core business areas including environmental, water resources, waterfront, ecological, and civil engineering consulting.
- Exemplify commitment to technical excellence balanced with client-expectations and satisfaction.
- Serve as a technical leader and mentor. Assist with recruiting and training of staff.
- Manage the technical, financial, and client relationship aspects of projects.
- Prepare proposals for professional services and develop new business in areas of specialty geotechnical services.
- Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participate in client-based professional organizations, and make presentations at industry events.
- Contribute to strategic planning at the office and regional level.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
- Registered Professional Engineer, NY and NJ licenses preferred.
- Seller-Doer with strong regional relationships, entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful track record in business development.
- Experience working on interdisciplinary design teams with the ability to be conversant in a variety of technical fields (e.g., environmental, civil, and structural engineering).
- 15+ years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering consulting, with 10+ years in a project/program management role.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $140,000.00 – $180,000.00/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
Physical Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
- Sedentary
- Light
- Medium
- Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements
- Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Frequent (33-66% of day)
- Continuous (67-100% of day)
-
Not Applicable
-
Sitting
- Standing
- Walking
- Climbing
- Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
- Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
- Carrying objects
- Push/pull
- Twisting
- Bending
- Reaching forward
- Reaching overhead
- Squat/kneel/crawl
- Wrist position deviation
- Pinching/fine motor skills
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion
- Taste or smell (taste=never)
- Talk or hear
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
- Near Vision
- Far Vision
Yes
No
Not Applicable
- Color Discrimination
Sensory Requirements
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Accurate
-
Not Applicable
-
Depth perception
- Hearing
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
- Reasonably Anticipated
-
Not Anticipated
-
Blood borne pathogens
- Chemical
- Airborne communicable diseases
- Extreme temperatures
- Radiation
- Uneven surfaces or elevations
- Extreme noise levels
- Dust/particulate matter
Other (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours:
- 8
- 10
- 12
- Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
Description
Your role at GEI.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Project Manager to add technical and business development expertise to our growing Metro Area team and to mentor junior staff. GEI has a strong seller/doer culture, broad employee ownership, and a focus on collaboration. Our work includes transportation, building, waterfront, renewable and energy transmission, flood control, and dam/levee projects. The successful candidate will exhibit a combination of technical and managerial skills, strong interpersonal skills, and experience working with multiple client types (e.g., contractors, developers, teaming partners, and government agencies). The selected candidate will work closely with the senior leadership in the Metropolitan New York offices.
Location Flexibility
The selected candidate will work at one of our Metro NY offices (i.e., Bloomfield NJ, NYC, or Huntington Station, NY). This could be under a hybrid work arrangement with a combination of work from home and in the office.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Grow our geotechnical practice in New York/New Jersey by developing new and existing clients and markets while cross-selling GEI’s other core business areas including environmental, water resources, waterfront, ecological, and civil engineering consulting.
- Exemplify commitment to technical excellence balanced with client-expectations and satisfaction.
- Serve as a technical leader and mentor. Assist with recruiting and training of staff.
- Manage the technical, financial, and client relationship aspects of projects.
- Prepare proposals for professional services and develop new business in areas of specialty geotechnical services.
- Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participate in client-based professional organizations, and make presentations at industry events.
- Contribute to strategic planning at the office and regional level.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; M.S. in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
- Registered Professional Engineer, NY and NJ licenses preferred.
- Seller-Doer with strong regional relationships, entrepreneurial spirit, and a successful track record in business development.
- Experience working on interdisciplinary design teams with the ability to be conversant in a variety of technical fields (e.g., environmental, civil, and structural engineering).
- 15+ years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering consulting, with 10+ years in a project/program management role.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $140,000.00 – $180,000.00/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
Physical Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
- Sedentary
- Light
- Medium
- Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements
- Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Frequent (33-66% of day)
- Continuous (67-100% of day)
-
Not Applicable
-
Sitting
- Standing
- Walking
- Climbing
- Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
- Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
- Carrying objects
- Push/pull
- Twisting
- Bending
- Reaching forward
- Reaching overhead
- Squat/kneel/crawl
- Wrist position deviation
- Pinching/fine motor skills
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion
- Taste or smell (taste=never)
- Talk or hear
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
- Near Vision
- Far Vision
Yes
No
Not Applicable
- Color Discrimination
Sensory Requirements
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Accurate
-
Not Applicable
-
Depth perception
- Hearing
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
- Reasonably Anticipated
-
Not Anticipated
-
Blood borne pathogens
- Chemical
- Airborne communicable diseases
- Extreme temperatures
- Radiation
- Uneven surfaces or elevations
- Extreme noise levels
- Dust/particulate matter
Other (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours:
- 8
- 10
- 12
- Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Geotechnical Engineer Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services6
- HDR4
- GEI Consultants4
- HALEY & ALDRICH3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services27
- Construction & Real Estate9
- Energy1
- Technology & Software1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in geotechnical engineer jobs across New York.
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in New York State required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency with geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, GeoStudio, or LPILE
- Experience conducting subsurface investigations, borings, and soil sampling in the field
- Familiarity with New York City Building Code and DOT geotechnical submission requirements
- Strong technical report writing skills for geotechnical engineering assessments and recommendations
Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a geotechnical engineer in New York?
You need a Professional Engineer license from the New York State Education Department to practice independently in New York. The path starts with an accredited engineering degree, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining qualifying experience under a licensed PE, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. New York requires license applications to go through the State Education Department's Office of the Professions, not a separate engineering board.
How much do geotechnical engineers make in New York?
Geotechnical engineers in New York earn a median of about $103,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,290 for the lowest 10% to over $169,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire geotechnical engineers in New York?
Employers hiring geotechnical engineers in New York right now include Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, HDR, and HALEY & ALDRICH, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense infrastructure pipeline, particularly MTA capital projects and NYC Department of Design and Construction programs, keeps engineering firms of all sizes actively recruiting in the state.
Which New York cities have the most geotechnical engineer jobs?
New York, Albany, and Syracuse consistently have the most geotechnical engineer openings in New York. New York City drives the largest share of demand because of its continuous subway, highway, and high-rise construction activity, while Albany and Buffalo generate steady work through state transportation projects and regional infrastructure investment.
Are there remote geotechnical engineer jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Geotechnical engineering is heavily field-based, and most roles require on-site investigation, drilling oversight, or in-person client meetings. About 17% of geotechnical engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to involve report writing, data analysis, or project management rather than direct fieldwork.
How can I get hired as a geotechnical engineer in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff or junior geotechnical engineer role at a mid-size consulting firm, where you work under a licensed PE on field investigations and lab testing. Large New York firms like AECOM and WSP hire new graduates into structured entry-level programs. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before you apply and gaining any internship experience with boring logs or soil reports gives you a clear advantage over candidates with a degree alone.
Where can I find and apply to geotechnical engineer jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to geotechnical engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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