Construction Materials Engineering Technician
Requisition Number: 2025-1060-05
Build Your Career. Own Your Future.
At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on field experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits, including:
- Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
- 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company matching
- PTO with rollover
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
- Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
- $2,000 referral bonuses and more!
Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced
As a seasoned Construction Materials Engineering Technician based in Wilmington, North Carolina, you'll be equipped with a company vehicle to conduct field testing and observations of construction materials at various project sites. At S&ME, we are committed to ensuring everything is "built right," and we take that responsibility very seriously. You'll also have the chance to earn additional certifications, which will help you advance in your career, take on more complex testing tasks, assume greater responsibilities, and mentor junior technicians.
What You'll Do:
- Project and Document Review: Understand project requirements before fieldwork; accurately record observations and test results related to construction materials such as soil, concrete, asphalt, and other pertinent materials.
- Metafield® Utilization: Efficiently manage data using field and laboratory information systems.
- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure field and lab tools are accurate and meet industry standards.
- Inspection Monitoring: Follow International Building Code (IBC) standards for testing and inspecting construction materials.
- Stakeholder Communication: Interact with management, contractors, and clients to report project progress and resolve any issues.
What We're Looking For:
- A High School diploma/GED
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials
- Two(2) or more active certifications, a plus:
- American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
- International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
- Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
- Math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
What to Expect:
With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Outdoor, hands-on work in all weather conditions
- Walking over rough terrain and standing for long periods (up to 12 hours)
- Lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment
- Safely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sites
Why Join S&ME?
At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.
Ready to Get Started? Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!
This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.
