Geotechnical Engineer

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee‑owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity’s biggest challenges in an ever‑evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

• Black & Veatch Corporation
• Req
• Opportunity Type:
  Staff
• Relocation eligible:
  No
• Full time/Part time:
  Full‑Time
• Project Only Hire:
  No
• Visa Sponsorship Available:
  No

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401K match and benefits that start day 1.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and to put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

• Work with multi‑discipline teams to develop design materials for project assignments for heavy civil works projects such as 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, retaining walls, etc.

As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our three market sectors – Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles such as Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe, from small community improvements to grand‑scale mega projects. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and offers a collaborative and innovative culture with greater challenges and career development opportunities.

• Coordinate internal teams and resources while understanding client interests and needs.
• Develop structural technical specifications, plans, and details for projects such as power generation facilities, substations, transmission lines, solar sites, dams, canals, flood control projects, municipal water, wastewater, and pipelines.
• Plan, design, and oversee geotechnical aspects for projects both in the office and in the field.
• Travel on 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 emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Active Engineering‑In‑Training (EIT) – preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program in the applicant’s home country or the country where they practice.
• Minimum of one year related work experience.
• Must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, motor‑vehicle records search, etc.).
• U.S. citizenship is required because the position supports U.S. Federal Government projects.

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 and construction environments with extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, scaffolding, high places, exposure…