AET · 1 month ago
Senior Concrete Engineer
AET is a leading company in the concrete engineering sector, seeking a Senior Concrete Engineer to serve as a technical leader and mentor. The role involves overseeing multiple projects, ensuring quality and compliance, and driving continuous improvement in engineering processes while maintaining client relationships.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and execute multiple concrete engineering projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget
Develop project scopes, testing protocols, and project-specific recommendations for complex concrete applications
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for technical and logistical challenges
Perform in-depth analyses of concrete properties, such as creep, fatigue, thermal behavior, and alkali-silica reactivity (ASR)
Design and evaluate high-performance concrete mixes for unique applications, including lightweight, high-strength, and self-consolidating concretes
Lead forensic investigations of concrete failures, identifying root causes and developing corrective measures
Review and approve technical reports and design documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, addressing their concrete engineering needs and concerns
Deliver technical presentations to clients and stakeholders, explaining findings and recommendations in a clear, consultative manner
Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, identifying growth opportunities, and expanding client relationships
Provide mentorship and technical oversight to junior and mid-level engineers, ensuring their work is technically sound and aligned with project goals
Lead internal training sessions on advanced concrete engineering topics, innovations, and best practices
Review and validate the work of less experienced staff, ensuring quality and compliance with standards
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency in engineering workflows
Integrate emerging technologies, such as digital twin modeling or AI-based material optimization, into project workflows
Collaborate with other departments to optimize resource allocation and ensure efficient project execution
Ensure all activities comply with ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, MnDOT, and environmental regulations, as well as AET’s internal safety and quality protocols
Promote and uphold a proactive safety culture in all project planning and execution, even when overseeing lab-related evaluations indirectly
Leads project teams for medium to large-scale engineering projects
Assigns tasks, monitors progress, and provides technical mentorship to junior engineers
Reviews and approves work to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with a focus on Concrete Engineering; Master's preferred
Minimum of 8 years of experience in concrete engineering or related fields
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required
Advanced proficiency with concrete design software and modeling tools
Proven experience in managing large-scale concrete engineering projects
Preferred
Advanced analytical skills for evaluating complex material behavior and structural performance
Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams
Excellent communication skills for client interaction, report writing, and presentations
Familiarity with cutting-edge materials and techniques, such as geopolymer concrete, self-healing materials, and nanotechnology-enhanced mixes
Benefits
Health benefits
Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Long-term savings
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities