Geotechnical Engineer

A Geotechnical Engineer analyses soil, rock, and groundwater to support safe construction projects. Key duties include site investigations, designing foundations, retaining walls, and other earth structures, as well as preparing technical reports.

Geotechnical Engineers collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure structural safety, stability, and compliance with regulations across infrastructure, mining, and environmental projects​.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $124,280
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a geotechnical engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Geology)

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Infrastructure)

On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $65,292
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil and Structural Engineering)

Blended, On Campus
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mining Engineering)

Blended, On Campus
4 years
$0 - $36,535
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $126,907
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Professional Engineering (Civil)

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $118,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)

Blended, On Campus
4 years
$0 - $31,776
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Engineering (Mining)

On Campus
24 months
$87,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science

On Campus
5 years
$0 - $38,930
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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