Geotechnical Laboratory Engineer

This role is on-site only and does not involve field work or travel. While we offer a friendly and flexible work schedule, remote work is limited to vacation exceptions.

• 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, C  (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 Quick Books 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.

• 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.
• 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.

Tucker, Georgia (On-site Only)

All samples are delivered directly to the Tucker lab—no travel or field work required.