Senior Geotechnical Lab Engineer — Lead & Innovate

Fugro; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work model

Career development

Job summary

Fugro's Houston Geotechnical Laboratory is seeking a Senior Staff Laboratory Engineer to lead advanced geotechnical testing programs and ensure delivery of high-quality data for complex projects.

The role requires a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, experience with Triaxial, Consolidation, Direct Simple Shear, Resonant Column, and cyclic methods, and a proven ability to mentor multidisciplinary teams. Flexible work models and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• PhD in Geotechnical Engineering is required.
• Experience with advanced geotechnical laboratory testing preferred.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory testing programs to ensure technical excellence and timely delivery of results.
• Support growth and advancement of laboratory capabilities and services.
• Oversee calibration, maintenance, and improvement of testing equipment and systems.
• Provide engineering interpretations to support project decisions and design recommendations.
• Mentor laboratory staff and junior engineers to foster professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Fugro's Houston Geotechnical Laboratory is seeking a Senior Staff Laboratory Engineer to lead advanced geotechnical testing programs and ensure delivery of high-quality data for complex projects.

The role requires a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, experience with Triaxial, Consolidation, Direct Simple Shear, Resonant Column, and cyclic methods, and a proven ability to mentor multidisciplinary teams. Flexible work models and strong benefits are offered.