Construction Materials Engineering Technicians

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Materials Engineering Technicians

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This isn't a desk job. Your workplace is a construction site. You'll spend your days outside, working around active construction. Are you interested in learning how you can grow or take your career to the next level with a leading civil engineering and consulting team where you'll test concrete, soils, and asphalt to help build safe, long‑lasting construction projects? Join our Knoxville, Tennessee Construction Services team as a Construction Materials Engineering Technician.

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 experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution & automatic enrollment, no matter your role
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs
• Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Construction Materials Engineering Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring construction projects, from local eateries to major sports venues, are built with quality and safety at the forefront. Whether you're new to the field or bring years of expertise, you'll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance. Seasoned professionals can take on leadership roles, guiding projects and mentoring colleagues.

What You'll Do:

• Field & Lab Testing: Performing field and laboratory testing on construction materials like concrete, asphalt, soil, and aggregates.
• Sample Collection & Prep: Collecting and preparing samples for analysis.
• Data Interpretation & Reporting: Interpreting test results and preparing detailed reports.
• Team Collaboration & Compliance: Working closely with engineers, contractors, and project managers to ensure all work meets specifications and safety guidelines.

What We Are Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in a related field preferred for advanced levels
  • Associate Technician/Technician I: 0-2 years relevant experience
  • Technician II: 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent with an associate degree
  • Technician II: 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent with an associate degree
  • Technician III: 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent with an associate degree
  • Technician IV: 5+ years of relevant experience; prior leadership or mentoring experience is a plus
• Active Industry certifications such as: American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I, strongly preferred; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician and/or International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector, Reinforced Concrete and Masonry
• Strong English communication skills (verbal and written)
• Basic math proficiency, including understanding of measurements and units of weight
• The understanding of a fluctuating schedule and interest in occasional travel

Compensation and technician level will be based on experience and industry certifications.

What to Expect: Field Work, Schedule & Travel

This position is primarily based outdoors on active construction sites. Work schedules may vary based on project needs and weather conditions and can include early mornings, evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, and overtime opportunities paid at time-and-a-half. Some travel may be required to support projects across the region.

With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), you should be comfortable:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Traveling to project sites as needed
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for extended periods, potentially up to 12 hours per day
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 pounds of equipment and materials
• Safely maneuvering field equipment around active construction sites

Why Join Us?

At S&ME, your career growth matters; you matter. You'll receive professional training, mentorship, and support to work on challenging projects and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. Every employee benefits from our employee-ownership program, no matter your role. 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 building 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.