Job market overview · Updated 2026-08-07
Geotechnical Engineering Jobs
Browse current Geotechnical Engineering jobs and explore U.S. salary data, locations, remote work, and companies hiring.
- Current jobs
- 244
- Posted in last 14 days
- 74
- Remote jobs
- 10
- 4.1% of current jobs
- Location with most jobs
- Houston, TX, United States
- 69 jobs
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Search all Geotechnical Engineering jobsLatest postings
| Role | Company | Location | Posted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Geotechnical Engineer | Mott MacDonald | Brisbane, Australia | August 7 |
| Marine Geophysicist | WSP | Brisbane, Australia | August 6 |
| Staff Engineer | Universal Engineering Sciences | Phoenix, AZ, United States | August 6 |
| Senior Scientist/Engineer/Geologist | CDH Consulting | Denver, CO, United States | August 6 |
| Staff Scientist/Engineer/Geologist | CDH Consulting | Denver, CO, United States | August 6 |
Hiring and U.S. salary data for Geotechnical Engineering
- Corvi Careers currently lists 244 geotechnical engineering jobs, including 74 posted in the last 14 days.
- By experience level, there are 120 current geotechnical engineering jobs at the mid level level, followed by 87 senior roles and 36 entry level positions.
- Locations with the most geotechnical engineering jobs are Houston (69), Denver (55), Phoenix (36), Seattle (33), and Bengaluru (27).
- Annual salaries for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US range from $74,660 at Lower (p25) to $149,625 at Higher (p75), based on 68 postings with salary ranges.
- Mid hourly pay (p50) for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US is $28/hour, based on 13 postings with hourly pay.
Salaries for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US
Salary ranges come from US jobs that include pay information. Annual ranges are shown when available.
| Postings with salary ranges | Lower (p25) | Mid (p50) | Higher (p75) | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | $74,660 | $94,696-$117,737 | $149,625 | USD |
Annual salaries for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US range from $74,660 at Lower (p25) to $149,625 at Higher (p75), based on 68 postings with salary ranges.
Mid hourly pay (p50) for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US is $28/hour, based on 13 postings with hourly pay.
Geotechnical Engineering salaries by US city
| Location | Salary range | Lower (p25) | Mid (p50) | Higher (p75) | Postings with salary ranges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO, United States |
|
$68,688 | $92,000-$110,000 | $140,000 | 26 |
Lower (p25) is the lower listed range, Mid (p50) is the middle listed salary, and Higher (p75) is the higher listed range. All bars use the same dollar scale.
Updated 2026-08-07. Based on 244 current jobs and 68 postings with salary ranges. Some jobs do not include salary, experience level, or work arrangement.
Salary ranges for related job categories
| Category | Mid salary (p50) in the US |
|---|---|
| Geotechnical Engineering (this page) | $94,696-$117,737 |
| Civil Engineering | $98,000-$126,135 |
| Electrical Engineering | $107,000-$144,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $110,000-$145,830 |
| Nuclear Engineering | — |
| Structural Engineering | $100,000-$125,080 |
| Water Resources Engineering | — |
Locations with the most Geotechnical Engineering jobs
Houston has the most Geotechnical Engineering jobs, with 69 current jobs, followed by Denver (55), Phoenix (36), and Seattle (33).
| Location | Current jobs |
|---|---|
| Houston, TX, United States | 69 |
| Denver, CO, United States | 55 |
| Phoenix, AZ, United States | 36 |
| Seattle, WA, United States | 33 |
| 27 | |
| Chicago, IL, United States | 25 |
| 20 | |
| 12 |
Job openings in related categories
| Category | Current jobs | Remote share |
|---|---|---|
| Geotechnical Engineering (this page) | 244 | 4.1% |
| Civil Engineering | 7,185 | 1.8% |
| Electrical Engineering | 6,257 | 4.5% |
| Mechanical Engineering | 5,372 | 2.0% |
| Nuclear Engineering | 52 | — |
| Structural Engineering | 2,056 | 2.8% |
| Water Resources Engineering | 16 | 6.2% |
Geotechnical Engineering jobs by experience level
| Experience level | Jobs | Share of current jobs |
|---|---|---|
| mid-level | 120 | 49% |
| senior | 87 | 36% |
| entry-level | 36 | 15% |
| intern | 1 | 0.4% |
Common Geotechnical Engineering job titles
Senior Geotechnical Engineer is the most common job title in Geotechnical Engineering, with 12 current jobs, followed by Geotechnical Engineer (8), Civil Engineer (6), and Technical Director (4).
| Job title | Current jobs |
|---|---|
| Senior Geotechnical Engineer | 12 |
| Geotechnical Engineer | 8 |
| Civil Engineer | 6 |
| Technical Director | 4 |
| Staff Engineer | 3 |
| Senior Engineer | 3 |
| Geotechnical Department Manager | 3 |
| Senior Construction Materials Field Technician | 3 |
Companies hiring for Geotechnical Engineering jobs
| Company | Current jobs |
|---|---|
| WSP | 20 |
| ECS Ltd | 19 |
| Langan Engineering & Environmental Services | 15 |
| Terracon Consultants, Inc. | 12 |
| Arcadis | 11 |
- How many Geotechnical Engineering jobs are open right now?
- Corvi Careers currently lists 244 Geotechnical Engineering jobs, including 74 posted within the past 14 days.
- How much do Geotechnical Engineering jobs pay in the US?
- Annual salaries for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US range from $74,660 at Lower (p25) to $149,625 at Higher (p75), based on 68 postings with salary ranges. Mid hourly pay (p50) for Geotechnical Engineering jobs in the US is $28/hour, based on 13 postings with hourly pay.
- How many Geotechnical Engineering jobs are remote?
- 10 of 244 current Geotechnical Engineering jobs are remote (4.1%).
- Which cities have the most Geotechnical Engineering jobs?
- Houston has the most Geotechnical Engineering jobs, with 69 current jobs, followed by Denver (55), Phoenix (36), and Seattle (33).
- What job titles are common for Geotechnical Engineering roles?
- Senior Geotechnical Engineer is the most common job title in Geotechnical Engineering, with 12 current jobs, followed by Geotechnical Engineer (8), Civil Engineer (6), and Technical Director (4).
- Which companies have open Geotechnical Engineering roles?
- WSP has the most Geotechnical Engineering jobs, with 20 current openings, followed by ECS Ltd (19), Langan Engineering & Environmental Services (15), and Terracon Consultants, Inc. (12).
Answers use current job listings and update as jobs are added or removed.