{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d64d9098a24df1007dd88e01","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d64d9098a24df1007dd88e01","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d64d9098a24df1007dd88e01","title":"Controls Engineer","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 40years 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.\nWe 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.\nAbout 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.\nResponsibilities Design, develop, and refine electrical and automated systems for the geotechnical laboratory equipment industry.\nProduce detailed schematics, layouts, and technical documentation in compliance with industry standards and regulations.\nPerform feasibility studies, component selection, testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.\nSupport R&D and production teams in resolving electrical and integration issues.\nManage project scope, timelines, and resources to ensure on‑time, high‑quality deliverables.\nInterface with suppliers and vendors to source components, negotiate contracts, and ensure specification compliance.\nQualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.\n5–8 years of experience in designing electro‑mechanical systems and controllers, preferably in laboratory equipment or industrial automation.\nStrong understanding of control systems, PID control, sensors, actuators, and embedded system integration.\nExperience with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar tools for electrical design.\nSkilled in using lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, protocol analyzers) for debugging and testing.\nFamiliarity with ISO, EN, UL, and other relevant industry standards.\nAdditional qualifications: Experience with FSM, ISR, DAC/ADC interfacing.\nKnowledge of microcontrollers and SoCs (8051, ARM, ESP, RP2040, Zynq).\nProficiency in Verilog/VHDL for RTL design, synthesis, and verification.\nPCB layout experience using tools like Altium Designer.\nExperience with version control systems (Git, Bitbucket, Subversion).\nProgramming experience in C, C++, Python, or assembly for embedded systems.\nExposure to Matlab and simulation tools for technical modeling and analysis.\nExperience with setting up communication systems (Ethernet, RS‑485, CAN‑Open).\nBackground or interest in soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering, or related disciplines.\nFamiliarity with simulation tools for electrical systems.\n\nBenefits Base salary range: $130,000 – $140,000 per year.\n401(k) with company match.\nComprehensive health insurance.\nHealth savings account (HSA).\nPaid time off (PTO).\nProfessional development assistance.\nEmployee referral program.\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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With over 40years 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.\nWe 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.\nAbout 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. 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