Geotechnical Engineer Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Overview

Geotechnical Engineer

Date : Sep 16, 2025

Location : Overland Park, KS, US; Columbus, OH, US; Chicago, IL, US; Houston, TX, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; Phoenix, AZ, US; Austin, TX, US; Bloomington, MN, US

Company : Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Why Black and Veatch

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 put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

Job Summary

In this role, you will have the opportunity to :

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 preparing 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.

The Team

As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our 3 market sectors - Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.

This team has a portfolio of major civil works projects across the country that are moving the needle. They are seeking ownership-driven technical professionals who thrive in a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and kindness that focuses on the goal to be the most innovative company in the civil consulting industry.

Key Responsibilities

Focus on coordinating internal teams and resources while working to understand client's 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

Be able to travel on field assignments as required. Field time is estimated at 20 to 40%.

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of experience supporting geotechnical / heavy civil projects

Experience with geotechnical investigations, grouting, ground improvement, deep foundations, and retaining walls

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering with Emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering preferred

Active Engineering-In-Training (EIT) preferred

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program in the home country or country of practice

Minimum of 5 years related work experience

Certifications

Active Engineering-In-Training (EIT) License and actively pursuing Professional Engineering (PE) License

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment 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.

Salary Plan

ENG : Engineering

Job Grade

016

Nearest Major Market : Olathe

Nearest Secondary Market : Kansas City

Job Segment : Geotechnical Engineering, Construction, Geology, Civil Engineer, Engineer, Engineering

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