How much does a Geotechnical Engineer I make in New Mexico? The average Geotechnical Engineer I salary in New Mexico is $67,305 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $61,148 and $71,711. 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 $55,544 NM February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $61,148 NM February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $67,305 NM February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $71,711 NM February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Geotechnical Engineer I Salary $75,723 NM February 26, 2024
25% $61,148 10% $55,544 90% $75,723 75% $71,711 $67,305 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 Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $63,822 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $67,859 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $65,086 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $68,606 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $67,859 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $67,727 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $63,992 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $67,859 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $66,327 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $67,859 Date Updated February 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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