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Project Geotechnical Engineer - Power Generation & Transmission

Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC

Parsippany, NJFull-time$97–140K/yrPosted 2mo agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$97–140K/yr
Location
Parsippany, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Professional Engineer Licensure, requiredBachelor's degree, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Job overview

Langan is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to provide geotechnical engineering expertise for power generation and transmission projects in Parsippany, New Jersey. The role includes analysis and design, project management, staff supervision, and client interaction within grid resilience. The engineer will work across projects of varying scale and support technical, field, and business-development activities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Geotechnical Analysis, requiredStructural Design, requiredGeotechnical Investigations, requiredConstruction Observation, requiredMass Grading, requiredDeep Foundations, requiredGround Improvement, requiredExcavation Support, requiredTieback Installation, requiredTechnical Report Writing, requiredSpecifications, requiredConstruction Plans, requiredGeotechnical Recommendations, requiredProposal Writing, requiredProject Coordination, requiredClient Management, requiredBilling Management, requiredStaff Review, requiredStaff Mentoring, requiredRegulatory Requirements, requiredQuantitative Analysis, requiredTechnical Analysis, requiredRelated Software, requiredWritten Communication, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredPresentation Skills, requiredBusiness Development, requiredStaff Coaching, requiredInterpersonal Skills, requiredSocial Skills, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, requiredMaster's With Geotechnical Emphasis, nice to haveProfessional Engineer Licensure, required6+ Years Geotechnical Energy Experience, required3+ Years Field Experience, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredReliable Transportation, required

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 Project Geotechnical Engineer - Power Generation & Transmission to join its collaborative team in Parsippany NJ. This individual will serve a key function in providing geotechnical engineering expertise through geotechnical analysis and design, and efforts that support management of projects, supervision of staff engineers, and interfacing with clients within grid resilience. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner cross-functionally on both small-scale and large-scale geotechnical projects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform complex analyses, structural design of pile elements and underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections;

  • Prepare technical documents and manage the preparation of the proposals, reports, construction documents, and construction-related correspondence associated with the projects managed;

  • Supervise field investigations, conventional earthwork, and foundation construction activities;

  • Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines;

  • Plan, schedule, develop task, and project budgets. Prepare progress reports, draft change orders, draft invoices, and project billings; and

  • Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s degree with Geotechnical emphasis;

  • Professional Engineer licensure;

  • 6+ years of related Geotechnical experience within energy discipline (power and transmission) required;

  • 3+ years of field experience with geotechnical investigations and construction observation experience including mass grading, deep foundations, subgrade for footings, ground improvement, and excavation support including tieback installation and testing;

  • Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and geotechnical recommendations; writing proposals; running/coordinating projects; managing clients; managing billings; and reviewing the work of staff and mentoring staff;

  • Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements;

  • Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software;

  • Possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, as well as strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills;

  • Desire and ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload;

  • Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff;

  • Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies;

  • A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills; and

  • Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

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 $96,750—$140,000 USD

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How this job compares

Set against the 1,098 open Geotechnical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$97–140K/yr
  • New Jersey median$97–160K/yr21 salary ranges
  • US median$91–160K/yr812 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $118K, is 6% below the New Jersey median midpoint ($126K) — in the middle half of Geotechnical Engineer salary ranges in New Jersey.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 22 open Geotechnical Engineer jobs in New Jersey and 1,098 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New Jersey
Experience
This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Geotechnical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (984 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 707 of the 1,098 open Geotechnical Engineer jobs (64%) 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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