Geotechnical engineering, a key discipline within civil engineering that examines the behavior of earth materials to support infrastructure development, continues to present strong career prospects. But which locations offer the best opportunities for professionals in this field? Using job posting data from CEEcareers.com for 2024, we’ve identified the states with the highest demand for geotechnical engineers. If you're considering a career move or entering the field, these regions stand out as the top destinations for employment.
Demand remains strong across the U.S., with California leading by a significant margin, accounting for 14.25% of postings. The Northeast and West Coast continue to be hotspots, with Massachusetts (7.39%), Pennsylvania (7.30%), New York (7.03%), Washington (6.22%), and Virginia (6.22%) showing strong demand. Further south, Texas (5.86%) and Florida (5.05%) offer solid opportunities, while Colorado (3.16%) and Maryland (3.07%) round out the top 10 states for geotechnical jobs in 2024.
A notable shift from 2023 is the change in rankings between New York and Texas. In 2023, Texas had a higher percentage (6.57%) compared to New York (5.57%), but in 2024, New York surpassed Texas with 7.03% versus 5.86%. While both states continue to be strong markets for geotechnical jobs, New York saw an increase in its share, while Texas experienced a slight decline. This shift highlights how job demand can fluctuate between regions from year to year.
For a broader look at job trends in the civil, environmental, and construction sectors, you can review the full industry results here.
