Engineer Technician Senior Structures Lab

Virginia Department of Transportation • Charlottesville, VA • 6h ago

To conduct tests in a materials lab to include scheduling and performing complex and specialized tests, computing data and presenting results to researchers, and providing technical guidance and instruction to other technicians, and students and/or part-time employees. May manage and oversee the operation of a specialized laboratory for transportation materials research. To provide engineering technical support and assistance to assigned materials lab.and#10;and#10;How you will contribute:and#10;Compute and Summarize Data: Compute, analyze and evaluate test results. Summarize data and results. Report findings and appropriate documentation to scientists. Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas. Records are maintained in accordance with guidelines and policies.and#10;Laboratory and Equipment: Perform various operations in a concrete or related materials laboratory, including but not limited to batching, mixing, and various testing (both fresh and hardened properties). Keep laboratory clean, organized and in compliance with safety standards. Maintain equipment, keep in state of good repair and ensure cleanliness.and#10;Technical/Engineering Assistance: Apply advanced principles and practices of engineering technology to assigned program areas. Interpret policies and procedures and apply in daily work assignments. Address questions, policies and procedures related to assigned program area. Provide support to field personnel. Provide guidance related to VDOT policies and standards.and#10;Testing and Time Management: Perform and assist with concrete or related laboratory and field tests according to ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, and VTM requirements. Collect samples, prepare specimens in the laboratory and/or field for testing. Instruct and oversee others to follow and comply with appropriate testing methods and procedures. Provide awareness and guidance regarding new or updated/modified testing procedures. Demonstrate knowledge of all project activities and deliverables. Manage time to ensure project work is completed efficiently and within timeframes established by supervisor. Inform supervisor, in a timely manner, issues which may affect the scheduled completion of an assignment.and#10;and#10;What will make you successful:and#10;Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.and#10;Ability to follow oral and written instructions.and#10;Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures related to VDOT's program areas.and#10;Ability to prepare, organize, and maintain records and reports of test data.and#10;Ability to provide training and guidance to other technicians, students and/or part-time workers.and#10;Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.and#10;Ability to schedule, organize, and conduct laboratory tests.and#10;Knowledge of basic mathematics and simple statistical calculations.and#10;Knowledge of testing procedures (ACI and ASTM).and#10;Skill in the maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.and#10;Skill in the preparation of test specimens, as well as in the use of laboratory and field-testing procedures and equipment.and#10;Skill in the use of computers and job-relevant software programs.and#10;Minimum Qualifications:and#10;Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.and#10;Ability to follow oral and written instructions.and#10;Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures related to VDOT's program areas.and#10;Ability to prepare, organize, and maintain records and reports of test data.and#10;Ability to provide training and guidance to other technicians, students and/or part-time workers.and#10;Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.and#10;Ability to schedule, organize, and conduct laboratory tests.and#10;Knowledge of basic mathematics and simple statistical calculations.and#10;Skill in the maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.and#10;Skill in the preparation of test specimens, as well as in the use of laboratory and field-testing procedures and equipment.and#10;Skill in the use of computers and job-relevant software programs.and#10;Valid Driver's License.and#10;Additional Considerations:and#10;A combination of training, experience or education in materials laboratory research or related field desired.and#10;Coursework in properties and testing of materials.and#10;Experience conducting field and laboratory testing on concrete and analyzing results.and#10;Experience overseeing and training others.and#10;Possession of ACI concrete certifications.and#10;Possession of required materials certifications in areas of specialization.

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