Construction Materials Testing Specialist - Field & Lab

S&ME Inc.; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

ESOP

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

Maternity/Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Vehicle

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

S&ME Inc. is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Professional in New Albany, Indiana. You will work under the supervision of a Licensed Engineer, coordinating field explorations, logging soil samples, and performing calculations and reports.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, project variety, and growth within a supportive team. The ideal candidate has a civil/geotechnical background, 2+ years in materials testing, and a plan to obtain certifications within six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years in construction materials testing/inspections (soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt).
• Within 6 months, must obtain at least 1 relevant certification.
• Active CMT certifications such as ACI Field Testing Grade I; ICC Special Inspector; KYTC certifications.

Responsibilities

• Test and oversee inspections of materials (soil, concrete, asphalt) to meet specs.
• Review plans/specs to ensure alignment before field observations.
• Document field activities and test results daily using Metafield or similar systems.
• Draft reports and proposals for smaller projects with thorough documentation.
• Communicate progress and issues to management, contractors, and clients.

Skills

Civil/Geotechnical knowledge

Field math & calculations

-English communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Eng or related

Tools

Metafield

Job description

S&ME Inc. is hiring a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Staff Professional in New Albany, Indiana. You will work under the supervision of a Licensed Engineer, coordinating field explorations, logging soil samples, and performing calculations and reports.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, project variety, and growth within a supportive team. The ideal candidate has a civil/geotechnical background, 2+ years in materials testing, and a plan to obtain certifications within six months.