Geotechnical R&D Engineer

Geocomp, Inc. is a uniquely integrated company providing services and products to help clients identify and manage risk associated with infrastructure design, construction, and operation. With over 40 years of experience, Geocomp is well-positioned to help clients on a wide range of projects, providing geostructural consulting, monitoring, and laboratory testing services worldwide. Geocomp also manufactures, sells, and offers expert technical support for our fully automated laboratory testing systems to commercial, research, and academic labs, globally.

Job Details

We are looking for a Geotechnical Research, Development & Production Engineer to join our high-performing team at Geocomp!

We are seeking a technology-minded, research-driven engineer with a passion for geotechnical lab testing and innovation. Ideal candidates are proactive, collaborative, and motivated to drive meaningful contributions in the geotechnical field.

The successful candidate will help translate theoretical research into practical tools that emphasize accuracy, automation, and repeatability-improving how engineers assess complex soil behaviors.

You will work on advanced geotechnical projects such as :

• Unsaturated soil testing systems
• Temperature control systems
• P-wave and S-wave velocity measurement systems
• Resonant column and torsional shear systems
• Cyclic triaxial, cyclic shear, and bidirectional loading systems

You will also manage customer relationships, support product delivery timelines, and lead development from prototype to production-ready equipment.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your geotechnical expertise in a dynamic environment focused on innovation, precision, and quality.

About the Team

In this role, you will be a key contributor to our Production, Research, and Development (R&D) division, collaborating with engineers, clients, and industry partners to enhance existing products and develop next-generation testing systems.

Qualifications : Required

Preferred Qualifications

Benefits Package :

(Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The range listed reflects the base salary only and does not include bonus, benefits, or other forms of compensation.)

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