Lead Geotechnical Materials Lab Manager

Geocomp and GeoTesting Express; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development assistance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Geocomp, Inc. seeks a Geotechnical Materials Laboratory Manager to lead our GeoTesting Express lab in Elmsford, NY. This role focuses on managing QA processes, directing laboratory testing activities, and upholding accreditation standards.

The candidate will supervise lab staff, prepare client quotes, and ensure tests comply with our quality system. A BS in a related field is required, with 2+ years in geotechnical lab settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in geotechnology-related role
• Supervisory experience in geotechnical lab environment
• Experience with soils and soil testing required

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct quality system laboratory tests
• Implement, improve and maintain quality system through documentation and accreditations
• Prepare QA project reports
• Analyze tests and ensure adherence to QA training programs
• Provide quotes/pricing to clients in a timely manner
• Oversee daily operations of GeoTesting Express
• Supervise laboratory staff as part of the management team

Skills

Geotechnical lab supervision

Soil testing

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering or CivilGeology

Job description

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

GeoTesting Express provides state-of-the-art testing facilities in our laboratory to measure the mechanical and physical properties of soil, rock, geosynthetics, aggregate, concrete, and other geo-materials. Will utilize best practices and advanced testing equipment to provide fast, accurate results.

We are looking for a Geotechnical Materials Laboratory Manager to join our team based in Elmsford, NY.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Conduct quality system laboratory tests.
• Implement, improve & maintain quality system through documentation, proficiency, accreditations.
• Prepare QA project reports.
• Analyze tests and ensure they are conducted in accordance with our quality system laboratory training programs.
• Provide quotes/pricing to clients in a timely manner.
• Oversee the daily operation of GeoTesting Express.
• As part of the management team supervise laboratory employee
  
  

Qualifications

The minimum requirements for this position are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related engineering field.
• Two years of experience in any suitable occupation related to Geotechnology.
• Experience must include working in a geotechnical laboratory environment, with supervisory experience.
• Experience with soils and soil testing is required.
  
  

Benefits Package

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
  
  

Our Hiring Process

At Geocomp, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.