Geotechnical Engineer
US$112,500 – US$169,000 / yr base salary
Posted 24 Jun 2026
Advertised as “Senior Geotechnical Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
| Base salary | US$112,500 – US$169,000 / yr |
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Field of studyCivil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsProfessional Engineer
Field of studyCivil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering (or related)
Study levelMaster's
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
Role Description:
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Arcadis, you will play a key role in delivering some of the most exciting and challenging infrastructure projects. You will work alongside a talented team, contributing to geotechnical design, ground investigations, and technical reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise, collaborate with leading professionals, and make a positive impact on the built and natural environment.
Locations offered: Highlands Ranch, CO, Reno, NV, Phoenix, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT or Las Vegas, NV.
Role accountabilities:
- Working as a key participant in our Mining Sector Team, providing technical leadership and contributing to critical projects.
- Applying geotechnical engineering principles to develop effective solutions for surface mining projects, including tailings facilities, open pits, and mine reclamation efforts.
- Performing geotechnical engineering reviews and providing key input on large-scale, complex projects across the US and internationally.
- Mentoring and developing mid-level and junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Supporting business development by identifying and pursuing growth opportunities with existing and new clients.
- Acting as or becoming the Engineer of Record on appropriate projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
This role provides a dynamic mix of feasibility studies, design, construction quality assurance, and client engagement, providing opportunities for professional growth and leadership within the mining sector. Additionally, this position may involve up to 25% travel to client sites and meetings, both within North America. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Qualifications & Experience:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of geotechnical engineering experience.