Job Title: Engineering Technician
Job Description

As an Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for performing material testing for aggregate, soil, asphalt, non-destructive testing (NDT), concrete, concrete density, and steel. Your role will involve visiting multiple job sites throughout central Iowa, interacting with contractors and project owners, collecting samples of soil or concrete, and conducting foundation testing. You will ensure compliance with shop drawings by inspecting reinforcing steel and logging concrete testing data.

ResponsibilitiesConduct material testing for aggregate, soil, asphalt, NDT, concrete, concrete density, and steel.Visit multiple job sites daily throughout central Iowa.Interact with contractors and project owners.Collect samples of soil or concrete and perform foundation testing.Inspect reinforcing steel for compliance with shop drawings.Log and track testing data from concrete and soil testing machines.Essential Skills2+ years of construction testing experience in earth, dirt work, concrete, steel, or related materials.Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Sciences, or a similar field is preferred.Active Driver's License.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with soil, concrete, aggregate, and asphalt testing.Knowledge of environmental science, geoscience, and nondestructive testing.Ability to use nuclear gauge and nuclear density gauge.ACI certification is a plus.Work Environment

The work schedule typically involves working 40-60 hours per week, with start times varying between 5 am and 7 am. Expect to work until the job is complete, with current workloads requiring a minimum of 55 hours per week. Overnight stays are rare, approximately 10 nights per season. The team comprises 10 field technicians and 6 office staff (2 administrative, 3 project managers, and 1 engineer). The company is family-owned, fostering a close-knit, supportive environment where managers assist with projects and employees often spend time together outside of work. Most clients are based in the Midwest, including IL, MN, and WI. The company invests heavily in employee education, offering certification support and flexible scheduling. A company vehicle is provided for travel to and from job sites. The culture encourages innovation and staying current with industry trends.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in DES MOINES,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.