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Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC

Irvine, CAFull-time$68–93K/yrPosted 4mo agoStill listed today

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Compensation
$68–93K/yr
Location
Irvine, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Langan is seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Engineer for its Irvine team. The role supports field investigations, construction monitoring, field and laboratory problem-solving, and preparation of logs and reports. The engineer will also analyze geotechnical engineering problems and assist with reports for large-scale projects. The position involves substantial field work and may require travel based on business needs and project assignments.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Field Investigation, nice to haveConstruction Monitoring, nice to haveField and Laboratory Problem-Solving, nice to haveGeotechnical Engineering Analysis, nice to haveWritten Communication, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredAttention to Detail, requiredAnalytical Skills, requiredMultitasking, requiredJudgment, requiredIndependent Work, requiredTeamwork, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, requiredMaster's in Geotechnical Engineering, nice to have0-2 Years Work-Related Experience, requiredEIT Certification or FE Exam Registration, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Irvine, CA. This individual will serve a key function in providing the planning and execution of field investigations, monitoring foundation and earthwork construction, identifying and implementing field and lab work solutions, and preparing logs and reports. In this role, you will have the opportunity to analyze geotechnical engineering problems and assist in preparation of geotechnical engineering reports on large-scale and high-profile projects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data;

  • Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities; monitors conformance with the construction documents;

  • Identify and implement solutions to both routine and complex field and/or laboratory problems;

  • Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs;

  • Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches;

  • Accurately document and communicate with supervisor on any problems encountered on project sites; and

  • Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; Master’s degree with Geotechnical specialty or desire to pursue is preferred;

  • 0-2 years of work-related experience;

  • Minimum GPA of 3.0;

  • EIT Certification, or current registration for FE exam preferred;

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;

  • Willingness to spend the majority of work hours in the field;

  • Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and

  • Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees. Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.

Pay Range $68,250—$93,000 USD

Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection

How this job compares

Set against the 1,396 open Civil Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$68–93K/yr
  • California median$150–201K/yr46 salary ranges
  • US median$100–140K/yr446 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $81K, is 54% below the California median midpoint ($175K) — in the lowest quarter of Civil Engineering salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 77 open Civil Engineering jobs in California and 1,396 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for no prior experience — less than three in four Civil Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 711 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 682 of the 1,396 open Civil Engineering jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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