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.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team specializing in the design and development of electro-mechanical laboratory soil testing equipment. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will lead the design process, from conceptualization to production, ensuring robust, reliable, and efficient equipment suitable for rigorous soil testing applications. This role requires electrical engineering expertise to effectively integrate sensors, actuators, control systems, and other electronic components.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop electrical and electro-mechanical systems for laboratory soil testing equipment, ensuring integration of electrical components.
- Prepare detailed schematics, layouts, specifications, and technical documentation for production, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians, oversee prototype assembly, and provide technical guidance and support throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Conduct feasibility studies, performance analysis, testing, and troubleshooting to optimize design concepts for reliability, performance, and manufacturability.
- Support production and R&D teams in resolving electrical issues and implementing enhancements.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
- Liaise with vendors and suppliers to negotiate contracts, source required components, monitor production schedules, and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Continuously improve existing designs and processes based on feedback, performance data, and emerging technologies.
- Design and develop reliable electrical and electro-mechanical systems that withstand harsh environmental conditions.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10 years of experience in designing electro-mechanical systems and controllers, preferably in laboratory equipment or related industries.
- Ability to design electronic schematics and PCB layouts with corresponding software (e.g., Altium). Familiarity with simulation tools for electrical systems.
- Experience in the field of robotics, automated controls, and industrial automation.
- Strong understanding of principles of PID control, sensors, actuators, control systems, and their integration into mechanical designs.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles and ability to collaborate effectively with electrical and software engineers.
- Experience in preparing detailed engineering documentation and managing the production process with external vendors.
- FSM, ISR, DAC and ADC interfacing experience.
- Experience with 8051, ARM, ESP, RP2040, Zynq microcontrollers and SOCs.
- Experience with RTL (Verilog, VHDL, synthesis and verification).
- Ability to maintain version control on multiple projects (Git, BitBucket, SubVersion).
- Experience with Lab Test Equipment – extensive use of Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, DMMs, Protocol Analyzers during board bring-up, lab testing, and debugging.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with industry standards (ISO, EN, UL), regulations, and best practices related to electro-mechanical equipment design.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
- Strong and effective multi-disciplinary skillset.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Past exposure to soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering, geophysics, or related disciplines.
- Knowledge of software programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, assembly language) for embedded systems and data analysis.
- Experience with Matlab and technical modeling software.
Benefits:
- 401(k)/matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Why work with us?
We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.
