How much does a Geotechnical Engineer I make in Iowa? The average Geotechnical Engineer I salary in Iowa is $69,985 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $63,587 and $74,565. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Geotechnical Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $57,763 IA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $63,587 IA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $69,985 IA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $74,565 IA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $78,735 IA March 26, 2024
25% $63,587 10% $57,763 90% $78,735 75% $74,565 $69,985 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Geotechnical Engineer I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Consulting: Providing technical or business expertise and advice to internal or external clients.

2.

Geology: Geology is the science that studies the Earth's physical structure and substances, the history of rocks, the processes that act on them and the most economic way to use the world's resources.

3.

Design Engineering: Creating a system, component, or process to develop new products and systems.

Consulting 9.77%
Geology 2.81%
Design Engineering 1.66%
Others 85.76%

Job Description for Geotechnical Engineer I

Geotechnical Engineer I prepares and inspects projects involving drilling and exploration. Responsible for geological mapping, report writing, site characterization, numerical modeling and analysis of excavations/supports. Being a Geotechnical Engineer I requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geotechnical Engineer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Ackley, IA Avg. Salary $66,986 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ackworth, IA Avg. Salary $70,643 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IA Avg. Salary $70,277 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adel, IA Avg. Salary $70,497 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, IA Avg. Salary $70,277 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agency, IA Avg. Salary $69,839 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ainsworth, IA Avg. Salary $69,327 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, IA Avg. Salary $64,427 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albert City, IA Avg. Salary $64,354 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albia, IA Avg. Salary $70,277 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Geotechnical Engineer I

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For Geotechnical Engineer I, the upper level is Geotechnical Engineer II and then progresses to Geotechnical Engineer IV.

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