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Entry- Level Geotechnical Engineer

Denver, CO

$64K - $72K/yr

At ANS, we're not just a consulting engineering firm-we're a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work ...

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Entry- Level Geotechnical Engineer

Albany, NY

$64K - $75K/yr

At ANS, we're not just a consulting engineering firm--we're a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work ...

ANS

Entry- Level Geotechnical Engineer

Albany, NY

$64K - $75K/yr

At ANS, we're not just a consulting engineering firm-we're a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work ...

ANS

Entry- Level Geotechnical Engineer

Denver, CO

$64K - $72K/yr

At ANS, we're not just a consulting engineering firm--we're a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work ...

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Entry- Level Geotechnical Engineer

Albany, NY · On-site

$64K - $75K/yr

At ANS, we're not just a consulting engineering firm-we're a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work ...

ANS

Entry- Level Geotechnical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$64K - $72K/yr

At ANS, we're not just a consulting engineering firm-we're a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work ...

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How much do entrylevel geotechnical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel geotechnical engineer in the United States is $92,871.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Geotechnical Engineer vs Civil Engineering Technician?

AspectEntrylevel Geotechnical EngineerCivil Engineering Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in geotechnical or civil engineering; EIT certification often preferredAssociate degree or diploma in civil engineering technology
Work EnvironmentField investigations, lab testing, design analysisAssisting engineers with drafting, surveying, and data collection
Industry UsageDesigning foundations, analyzing soil stability, geotechnical reportsSupporting project documentation, site inspections, and data management

While both roles support civil engineering projects, entry-level geotechnical engineers focus on soil analysis and design, requiring a bachelor's degree, whereas civil engineering technicians assist with technical tasks under engineer supervision, often with an associate degree.

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Infographic showing various Entrylevel Geotechnical Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $92,871 per year, or $44.6 per hour.
Geotechnical Engineer (Entry-Level)

Geotechnical Engineer (Entry-Level)

Shannon & Wilson Inc

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description:
  • Perform geotechnical engineering and geological analyses and calculations.
  • Prepare and write engineering and other reports.
  • Perform field explorations, collection of samples, geologic reconnaissance, and mapping.
  • Perform with construction observation on job sites and prepare summary logs and other documentation.
  • Perform geotechnical lab testing and communicate results.
  • Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
  • Support marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals.
  • Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy.
  • Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson’s Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Requirements:
  • BS in Civil Engineering and MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 0 - 6 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Have obtained or in process of receiving a Engineer-in-Training Certificate
  • On track to obtain Professional Engineering (PE) License.
  • Work experience (and/or coursework) in one or more of the following areas: soil mechanics; rock mechanics; rock and soil slope stability; shallow and deep foundations; tunneling; microtunneling; seismic design; earthquake engineering; and retaining structures.
  • Some knowledge or experience of field/construction observation in one or more of the following areas: logging geotechnical explorations, observation of pile driving operations, observations of earthwork activities, installation and recording of geotechnical instrumentation, field reconnaissance, and/or underground work.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant’s education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.


Shannon & Wilson is committed to providing a comprehensive total rewards package that includes the following benefits:

  • Employee stock ownership
  • Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans are offered to employees (and their families).
  • Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
  • Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions
  • 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees, based on years of experience (prorated for part-time employment)
  • Sick leave accrues based on state requirements
  • 9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday
  • Paid volunteer day
  • Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty
  • Two weeks of paid parental leave
  • Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
  • Mentorship Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free parking

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.

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