Geotechnical R&D Engineer

Geocomp Solutions Inc.; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Geocomp Solutions Inc. in Acton, Massachusetts is seeking a Geotechnical Research, Development & Production Engineer to enhance geotechnical lab testing and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and strong experience with geotechnical equipment.

The role involves translating theoretical research into automated testing tools and managing customer relationships. Benefits include a salary range of $90,000–$100,000 and comprehensive health insurance.

Join a team focused on improving knowledge of soil behavior and contribute to cutting-edge projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering with significant research in advanced soil mechanics.
• Hands-on experience with geotechnical equipment.
• Solid understanding of geotechnical laboratory standards.

Responsibilities

• Translate theoretical research into practical, automated tools for geotechnical testing.
• Manage customer relationships and support product delivery timelines.
• Lead development from prototype to production-ready equipment.

Skills

Research-driven mindset

Strong hands-on experience with geotechnical equipment

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

PhD in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Cyclic triaxial systems

Direct/simple shear equipment

Resonant column systems

Torsional shear systems

Job description

Geotechnical Research, Development & Production Engineer

We are looking for a technology‑minded, research‑driven engineer with a passion for geotechnical lab testing and innovation. The successful candidate will translate theoretical research into practical, accurate, automated tools that improve how engineers assess complex soil behaviors. You will work on advanced geotechnical projects and manage customer relationships, support product delivery timelines, and lead development from prototype to production‑ready equipment.

Responsibilities

• Translate theoretical research into practical, accurate, automated tools for geotechnical testing.
• Develop and improve advanced geotechnical projects, including:
  • 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
• Manage customer relationships and support product delivery timelines.
• Lead development from prototype to production‑ready equipment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering with significant research in advanced soil mechanics and laboratory testing.
• Strong hands‑on experience with equipment such as cyclic triaxial, direct/simple shear, resonant column, torsional shear, and bender element systems.
• Solid understanding of geotechnical laboratory standards (ASTM, BS, ISO).
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with academic and industry partners.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to present complex technical topics clearly.
• Passion for geotechnical testing and a desire to deepen understanding of soil behavior.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Geotechnical Engineering with a focus on unsaturated soil mechanics.
• Experience developing and validating geotechnical testing prototypes.
• Research background with peer‑reviewed publications in soil dynamics or unsaturated soils.
• Prior involvement in large‑scale geotechnical R&D projects related to cyclic loading or earthquake engineering.
• Experience transitioning R&D prototypes into manufacturable, quality‑controlled products.
• Familiarity with calibration, quality control, and system integration for precision equipment manufacturing.

Benefits

• Base salary range: $90,000–$100,000 per year (actual compensation determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Professional development assistance.
• Employee referral program.