Geotechnical Engineering Technician Jobs in Texas
Geotechnical Engineering Technician jobs in Texas are consistently active, concentrated in infrastructure, oil and gas, and commercial construction sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level field technician through senior lab and project roles. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where firms like Terracon, AECOM, and Bureau Veritas maintain established Texas operations. Soil testing, subsurface investigation, and construction materials testing are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Results Statement:
The Engineering Intern will support the project managers, staff engineers, laboratory manager, or other staff as directed to assure client satisfaction following the applicable standards, specifications and company guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to project managers and staff engineers by preparing report exhibits including but not limited to site vicinity map, plan of borings, geologic map, fault map and fence diagrams.
- Provide support to project managers and staff engineers by preparing boring logs using the software gINT as part of Geotechnical Engineering reports.
- Provide support to project managers and staff engineers by conducting engineering analysis for small size Geotechnical Engineering projects.
- Provide support to laboratory manager by conducting standard laboratory tests including but not limited to moisture content and Atterberg limits.
- Provide support to field personnel by conducting site visits to mark boring locations.
Key Criteria/Requirements:
- Possess High School Diploma and is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- Availability to work at least 25 hours per week.
- Ability to lift concrete, soil, or asphalt samples as a routine part of the job.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs required
- Ability to tolerate year-round outdoor work.
- Valid Texas Driver's License with no history of accidents or alcohol/drug related traffic offenses.
Key Competencies:
- Gratitude
- Excellence
- Mutual Respect/Likeability
- Integrity
- Caring/Listening
- Resourceful/Initiative
- Organizational / Planner
- Team Player / Team Builder
- Judgment/Decision Making
- Customer Focused
- Communicative
HVJ is an equal opportunity employer.
Results Statement:
The Engineering Intern will support the project managers, staff engineers, laboratory manager, or other staff as directed to assure client satisfaction following the applicable standards, specifications and company guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to project managers and staff engineers by preparing report exhibits including but not limited to site vicinity map, plan of borings, geologic map, fault map and fence diagrams.
- Provide support to project managers and staff engineers by preparing boring logs using the software gINT as part of Geotechnical Engineering reports.
- Provide support to project managers and staff engineers by conducting engineering analysis for small size Geotechnical Engineering projects.
- Provide support to laboratory manager by conducting standard laboratory tests including but not limited to moisture content and Atterberg limits.
- Provide support to field personnel by conducting site visits to mark boring locations.
Key Criteria/Requirements:
- Possess High School Diploma and is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- Availability to work at least 25 hours per week.
- Ability to lift concrete, soil, or asphalt samples as a routine part of the job.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs required
- Ability to tolerate year-round outdoor work.
- Valid Texas Driver's License with no history of accidents or alcohol/drug related traffic offenses.
Key Competencies:
- Gratitude
- Excellence
- Mutual Respect/Likeability
- Integrity
- Caring/Listening
- Resourceful/Initiative
- Organizational / Planner
- Team Player / Team Builder
- Judgment/Decision Making
- Customer Focused
- Communicative
HVJ is an equal opportunity employer.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in geotechnical engineering technician jobs across Texas.
- Associate degree or bachelor's degree in geology, civil engineering technology, or related field
- Hands-on experience with soil boring, sampling, and standard penetration testing procedures
- Familiarity with ASTM and AASHTO testing standards for construction materials and soils
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to active construction or drilling sites
- Experience operating and maintaining field testing equipment such as nuclear density gauges
- NICET certification in geotechnical or construction materials testing preferred by many Texas employers
Geotechnical Engineering Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a geotechnical engineering technician in Texas?
Most Texas employers hire geotechnical engineering technicians with an associate or bachelor's degree in civil engineering technology, geology, or a related discipline. Texas does not require a state-issued license for technician-level work, but NICET certification in geotechnical or construction materials testing significantly strengthens candidacy. Many technicians enter through entry-level field roles, then build toward certification while gaining supervised field and lab hours.
How much do geotechnical engineering technicians make in Texas?
Geotechnical engineering technicians in Texas earn a median of about $59,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,520 for the lowest 10% to over $92,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire geotechnical engineering technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring geotechnical engineering technicians in Texas right now include Geo-Technology Associates, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's volume of highway, pipeline, and large commercial construction projects keeps demand steady across both major metros and smaller regional markets throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most geotechnical engineering technician jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most geotechnical engineering technician openings in Texas. Houston drives volume through its concentration of energy infrastructure and port construction projects, Dallas-Fort Worth through rapid commercial and transportation development, and San Antonio through sustained military installation work and regional highway expansion funded by TxDOT.
Are there remote geotechnical engineering technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Geotechnical engineering technician work is fundamentally field- and lab-based, so most roles require regular on-site presence. About 50% of geotechnical engineering technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be report-writing, data analysis, or project coordination duties that can be performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a geotechnical engineering technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to junior field technician or lab assistant roles at firms like Terracon, Kleinfelder, or Atlas Technical Consultants, all of which operate multiple Texas offices and regularly hire candidates without experience. A degree or coursework in civil engineering technology or geology, a clean driving record, and willingness to travel to field sites are the practical requirements. Pursuing NICET Level I certification while working entry-level accelerates advancement significantly.
Where can I find and apply to geotechnical engineering technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to geotechnical engineering technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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