Geotechnical Laboratory Technical Director PE

Timely Engineering Soil Tests, LLC (

• T.E.S.T.
• ), proudly celebrating over 20 years of excellence, is seeking a
• Laboratory Technical Director PE
• to lead operations at our AASHTO-, USACE-, and GDOT-accredited geotechnical testing laboratory in
• Tucker, Georgia
• . This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to contribute to one of the most respected soil testing laboratories in the country.

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.

This role is on-site only and does not involve fieldworkor travel. While we offer a friendly and flexible work schedule, remote work is limited to vacation exceptions.

Our clients span more than 40 U.S. states, and our lab is recognized for its outstanding technical audits, with zero deficiencies in over two decades.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all laboratory operations : scheduling, equipment maintenance, calibration, and workflow optimization.

Oversee a wide range of geotechnical and construction materials testing, including Proctor tests, Atterberg Limits, Grain size analysis, Unconfined compression, CU and UU triaxial, Direct Shear, Permeability, Consolidation, and CBR (California Bearing Ratio).

Ensure strict compliance with

ASTM, AASHTO, GDOT,

and internal QMS standards.

Maintain all required laboratory accreditations and certifications.

Participate in AASHTO proficiency testing and manage corrective actions where necessary.

Train, mentor, and evaluate laboratory personnel to maintain high standards of technical performance and safety.

Enforce laboratory safety protocols and quality control procedures.

Interface with clients to provide technical guidance, support, and expertise.

Prepare and lead external / internal audits and inspections.

Utilize MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) effectively; familiarity with custom or proprietary software is essential.

Maintain confidentiality of all client databases and proprietary in-house software and reporting tools.

Ensure accuracy and completeness in reviewing laboratory test reports.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in geotechnical / materials testing laboratories

, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.

Note : Clinical / COVID / chemical lab managers need not apply.

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred; degrees in Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or other related STEM fields will also be considered.

Professional licensure (

P.E.

preferred; P.G. acceptable based on experience).

Additional certifications such as NICET, ACI, or equivalent are strongly preferred.

Extensive knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, USACE, and GDOT procedures.

Demonstrated organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $100,000.00 - $170,000.00 per month

Benefits :

401(k)

Relocation assistance

Education :

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience :

Soil testing in the lab : 3 years (Required)

License / Certification :

PE (Required)

PG (Preferred)

Ability to Commute :

Tucker, GA 30084 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Tucker, GA 30084 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person