Senior Controls Engineer – Geotechnical Lab Automation

Geocomp Solutions Inc.; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Geocomp Solutions Inc. seeks a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on designing and developing electro-mechanical laboratory soil testing equipment. The engineer will lead projects from concept through production, ensuring integration of sensors and control systems.

With a collaborative approach alongside R&D, production, and procurement, the role promises to deliver innovative solutions advancing geotechnical engineering practices. A strong background in control systems and previous experience in the lab equipment sector is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in designing electro-mechanical systems and controllers.
• Strong understanding of control systems, PID control, sensors, actuators.
• Skilled in using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated systems for geotechnical laboratory equipment.
• Produce detailed schematics and technical documentation.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and resources.

Skills

Design of electro-mechanical systems

Control systems knowledge

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical

Programming experience in C, C++, Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer)

Job description

Geocomp Solutions Inc. seeks a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on designing and developing electro-mechanical laboratory soil testing equipment. The engineer will lead projects from concept through production, ensuring integration of sensors and control systems.

With a collaborative approach alongside R&D, production, and procurement, the role promises to deliver innovative solutions advancing geotechnical engineering practices. A strong background in control systems and previous experience in the lab equipment sector is essential.