

Engineering Technician
Actalent
Posted Thursday, September 11, 2025
Posting ID: JP-005537187
Buffalo, NY
Job Title: Engineering Technician
Job Description
- As an Engineering Technician, you will provide critical materials testing and observation services for projects involving roadways, bridges, airports, large commercial developments, and remediation.
- You will conduct field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
- Your role includes performing tests and inspections as directed, documenting findings clearly, and conducting basic data analysis to ensure accuracy before reporting to the Project Manager.
Responsibilities
- Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
- Document findings and results clearly and accurately.
- Conduct basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before submission.
- Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
- Train lower-level technicians depending on experience.
- Maintain equipment and ensure proper calibration.
Essential Skills
- At least one year of experience in field testing.
- Proficiency in using a laptop computer with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- ACI certification and experience as a materials technician.
- Ability to operate a nuclear density gauge.
- Valid driver's license.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with ICC, Special Inspector certifications.
- Ability to pass a drug/BG check (THC permissible).
- Familiarity with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
Work Environment
- The role involves 95% fieldwork with typical working hours from Monday to Friday, 8-12 hour days.
- Summer may entail longer hours than winter, with no guaranteed 40-hour workweek due to industry demands.
- The position is based in either Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse office, with weekly travel across Upstate New York.
- The environment includes a full-functioning lab with a small team, and the use of company vehicles such as a Ford F-150.
- Employees receive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and eligibility for various bonus programs.
- Premium pay is offered for overnight and weekend roles, and certifications and extra training are funded by the company.
Compensation:$32
Contact Information
Email: jdepetres@actalentservices.com
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.