Engineering & Quality Control Technician (EN Engineering Assistant)

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing, and geotechnical consulting services. They are seeking an Engineering & Quality Control Technician to perform Construction Quality Assurance monitoring and material testing, while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and effective communication with engineering staff and contractors.

Responsibilities:

• Perform Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) monitoring, primarily related to landfills, solid waste, and coal combustion residuals projects
• Perform Construction Material Testing projects when CQA is not working
• Communicate effectively with Atlas engineering staff and contractors, Field Testing and Inspection
• Accurately record test and daily field observations on large scale landfill projects
• Follow Atlas Directives and standards and perform all job functions within Atlas (and client) safety guidelines
• Abide by Atlas (and client) health and safety policies and procedures

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent educational background
• Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively with task and project leaders
• Reasoning, mathematical and language skills (read, write and speak acceptable business English)
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Physical strength, stamina and dexterity to lift and move 70 lbs, stop, bend and stand throughout the course of up to a 12-hour workday in varying weather conditions in varying terrain
• Valid Driver License
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule on large, out of town, construction projects including weekends when necessary
• Must be able to assist field staff as directed by engineering support staff
• Ability to pass criminal background checks
• Assist other departments and clients as necessary
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Must be able to read and understand project drawings and project specifications
• At least two (2) years experience with concrete, soils, and asphalt testing is preferred, but not required
• Experience in Construction Quality Assurance is a plus
• Experience with nuclear density gauges and landfill liner inspections is a plus
• Ability to travel as necessary for job related duties