Geotechnical Engineer

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, 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.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks for invoice generation is highly desirable.
• 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, and GDOT procedures.

Demonstrated organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Quarterly and annual bonuses based on productivity and company performance.

Profit-sharing and potential partial company ownership.

Paid vacation and holidays.

Simple 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.

Opportunities for professional development and continued education.