Engineering Technician

SPC Co.; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SPC Co. is seeking an Engineering Technician to provide crucial technical support, ensuring construction work meets engineering standards, codes, and contract specs.

You’ll work on the Palisades Tunnel Project, a landmark infrastructure effort linking New Jersey and New York, using advanced tunnel technology. You will review schedules, assist with drawings and material requirements, track performance, and help manage costs and permits.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or training is required.
• 1 year experience preferred.
• Construction engineering experience or knowledge required.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment, drawings, materials and standards applicable to the project.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily with project crews to review production schedule and ensure materials and resources are available.
• Assist with shop drawing analysis, design specifications, material requirements and project data to meet contract specs.
• Provide input for project work plan and identify potential production risks.
• Track project performance and document daily activities using approved methods.
• Coordinate cost coding with finance for time, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Review and resolve timecard inquiries with payroll and supervisors.
• Review project specifications for QA and manage certificates, inspections and docs.
• Plan field layout, mark utilities and secure permits before production begins.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses and participate in weekly safety meetings.
• Coordinate subcontractor work methods and crews as needed.

Skills

Construction equipment knowledge

Drawing & specifications

Building materials

Standards compliance

Education

Two-year degree or training

Job description

Overview

Are you a detailed oriented engineer looking to make an impact? As an Engineering Technician, you will provide crucial technical support to ensure construction work meets the highest engineering standards, codes, and contract specifications.

Join us on one of the region’s most transformative infrastructure projects. You’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in the Palisades Tunnel Project, part of the landmark $16 billion Hudson Tunnel Project connecting New Jersey and New York. Working alongside leading construction partners, you’ll contribute to the delivery of twin rail tunnels beneath the Hudson River using state-of-the-art tunnel boring technology. This is a high-profile, technically complex project that will strengthen a critical transportation link between New Jersey and Manhattan for generations to come.

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How You Will Make an Impact

• Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Assists with shop drawing analysis, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
• Reviews and approves daily timecards for all Company construction crews. Works with Office Manager, payroll and job construction supervisors to resolve timecard inquiries, as needed.
• Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
• Conducts required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel. Attends weekly safety meetings with field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.

Who You Are

• Two-year degree or training required.
• 1 year experience preferred.
• Construction engineering experience or knowledge required.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

Why Join Our Team

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $35.00/Hr.

Salary Max

USD $41.35/Hr.