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Geotechnical Engineer

Average Mid-Career Geotechnical Engineer Salary in Irvine, California

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$84,400
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25%
$73k
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$84k
75%
$94k

The average salary for a Geotechnical Engineer is $84,400 in 2025

Base Salary
$73k - $94k
Total Pay
$73k - $101k
(last updated Apr 10 2019)
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What Do Geotechnical Engineers Do?

Geotechnical Engineer Tasks
  • Coordination of drilling and sampling of soil borings and supervision of laboratory testing.
  • Perform engineering analyses including foundation capacities, slope stability and settlements, etc.
  • Evaluate test data and develop design parameters.
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Common Health Benefits for a Geotechnical Engineer

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
100%

Gender Breakdown for Geotechnical Engineers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Geotechnical Engineers

What is the highest pay for Geotechnical Engineers in Irvine?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Geotechnical Engineer in Irvine is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Geotechnical Engineers in Irvine?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Geotechnical Engineer in Irvine is $NaN / year

How can Geotechnical Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Geotechnical Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Geotechnical Engineer that oversees more junior Geotechnical Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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