Geocomp

Geotechnical Engineering

ControlsEngineer

$130–140k Acton, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“Controls Engineer at Geocomp. Skills: Electro-mechanical systems, Control systems, Embedded systems. Design electrical systems. Develop electrical systems”

Industry & Context.

Geotechnical Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Troubleshooting

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5-8 years of experience, understanding of control systems, Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, Skilled in using lab test equipment

Nice to Have

Experience with FSM, Experience with ISR, Experience with DAC/ADC interfacing, Knowledge of microcontrollers, Knowledge of SoCs, Proficiency in Verilog/VHDL, PCB layout experience, Experience with version control systems, Programming experience in C, Programming experience in C++, Programming experience in Python, Programming experience in assembly, Exposure to Matlab, Experience with communication systems, Background in soil mechanics, Interest in geotechnical engineering, Familiarity with simulation tools

What You'll Do.

Design electrical systems

Develop electrical systems

Refine electrical systems

Design automated systems

Develop automated systems

Refine automated systems

Produce technical documentation

Perform feasibility studies

Support production teams

Resolve electrical issues

Resolve integration issues

Manage project timelines

Manage project resources

Interface with suppliers

Interface with vendors

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

R&D teams; Production teams; Procurement teams; Multidisciplinary team

Process & Methodology

Project scope management, Timeline management, Resource management

Full 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:** We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join our team specializing in the design and development of electro-mechanical laboratory soil testing equipment at Geocomp! You will lead projects from concept through production, ensuring seamless integration of sensors, actuators, and control systems into reliable, high-performance equipment for geotechnical testing. This role involves close collaboration with R&D, production, and procurement teams to deliver innovative solutions that advance civil and geotechnical engineering practices. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a passion for innovation, and the ability to manage complex projects with precision. **About the Team** You will be part of our Automated Products division, a multidisciplinary team dedicated to developing high-precision laboratory equipment used by engineers and researchers worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experts across R&D, engineering, and manufacturing to enhance system reliability, manufacturability, and user experience. **Key Responsibilities** * Design, develop, and refine electrical and automated systems for the geotechnical laboratory equipment industry * Produce detailed schematics, layouts, and technical documentation in compliance with industry standards and regulations * Perform feasibility studies, component selection, testing, tr

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