Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer – Associate Engineer–Geotechnical

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Req : 111922

Location: KCP, RGHOUSTON, RGANAR, RGPHNX, RGAUSTIN, RGBLOOMIN3, RGCHCG, RGCOLUMBU3

Business Unit Sector: COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS CIVIL

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: No

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Recruiter: Brittany Williams

Black & Veatch enables you to channel your talent and perspective toward humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) match, benefits that start on day one, and a hybrid workplace that supports work‑life balance. You own your career with purpose and meaning, and you are encouraged to bring big ideas and diverse perspectives to solve complex problems.

• Work with multi‑discipline teams to develop design materials for heavy civil works projects (generation, power infrastructure—transmission, distribution, substations—solar, wind, dams, buried infrastructure, tunnels, etc.).
• Perform analysis, design calculations, design sketches, and prepare geotechnical design reports to meet project requirements.
• Perform, coordinate, and manage geotechnical field investigations.
• Coordinate, manage, observe, and document geotechnical construction activities such as grouting, ground improvement, deep foundations, and retaining walls.
• Collaborate with internal teams and resources to understand client interests and needs.
• Develop structural technical specifications, plans, and details for projects (power generation facilities, substations, transmission lines, solar sites, dams, canals, flood control projects, municipal water, wastewater, pipelines).
• Plan, design, and oversee geotechnical aspects for projects both in the office and in the field.
• Travel to field assignments as required; field time estimated at 20–40%.

• Experience with geotechnical investigations, grouting, ground improvement, deep foundations, and retaining walls.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Active Engineering‑In‑Training (EIT) preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program (home country or country of practice).
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.

Active Engineering‑In‑Training (EIT) License

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days, based on manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
• Typical office environment; typical construction environment; extreme weather conditions; high noise level; safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals); atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation).
• Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods; lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.

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Entry level

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A variety of benefits are available to our professionals, including a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.

In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $77,942.00 - $