{"id":1549833,"url":"https://alion.io/job/geocomp-geotechnical-rd-engineer","title":"Geotechnical R&D Engineer","company":{"id":1937732,"name":"Geocomp","domain":"geocomp.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/geocomp","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Acton, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":110000,"max":120000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":120000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-07-07T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-07-07","last_verified_at":"2026-09-30T23:57:57Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":86,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":86},"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.\nJob Details\nWe are looking for a Geotechnical Research, Development & Production Engineer to join our high-performing team at Geocomp!\nWe are seeking a technology-minded, research-driven engineer with a passion for geotechnical lab testing and innovation. Ideal candidates are proactive, collaborative, and motivated to drive meaningful contributions in the geotechnical field.\nThe successful candidate will help translate theoretical research into practical tools that emphasize accuracy, automation, and repeatability-improving how engineers assess complex soil behaviors.\nYou will work on advanced geotechnical projects such as:\nUnsaturated soil testing systems\nTemperature control systems\nP-wave and S-wave velocity measurement systems\nResonant column and torsional shear systems\nCyclic triaxial, cyclic shear, and bidirectional loading systems\nYou will also manage customer relationships, support product delivery timelines, and lead development from prototype to production-ready equipment.\nThis is an exciting opportunity to apply your geotechnical expertise in a dynamic environment focused on innovation, precision, and quality.\nAbout the Team\nIn this role, you will be a key contributor to our Production, Research, and Development (R&D) division, collaborating with engineers, clients, and industry partners to enhance existing products and develop next-generation testing systems.\nQualifications:\nRequired\nMaster’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering with significant research in advanced soil mechanics and laboratory testing\nStrong hands-on experience with equipment such as:\nCyclic triaxial\nDirect/simple shear\nResonant column and torsional shear\nBender element systems\nSolid understanding of geotechnical laboratory standards (ASTM, BS, ISO)\n Ability to manage projects and collaborate with academic and industry partners\nStrong verbal and written communication skills to present complex technical topics clearly\nPassion for geotechnical testing and a desire to deepen understanding of soil behavior\nPreferred Qualifications\nPhD in Geotechnical Engineering with a focus on Unsaturated Soil Mechanics\nExperience developing and validating geotechnical testing prototypes\nResearch background with peer-reviewed publications in soil dynamics or unsaturated soils\nPrior involvement in large-scale geotechnical R&D projects related to cyclic loading or earthquake engineering\nExperience transitioning R&D prototypes into manufacturable, quality-controlled products\nFamiliarity with calibration, quality control, and system integration for precision equipment manufacturing\nBenefits Package:\nBase salary range: $110,000-$120,000 per year (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The range listed reflects the base salary only and does not include bonus, benefits, or other forms of compensation.)\n401(k) with company match\nComprehensive health insurance\nHealth savings account (HSA)\nPaid time off (PTO)\nProfessional development assistance\nEmployee referral program\nOur Hiring Process\nAt Geocomp, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.\nDue 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.\nWe 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.\nWe see things differently. 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