Field Engineering Technician – Materials Testing (Travel Required)

Nova-Engineering-; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home Company Vehicle

Gas card for daily travel

Medical insurance (health, dental, vis

Paid time off

Company-observed paid holidays

Life insurance

Short term disability coverage

Long-term disability protection

401K with company matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

NOVA Engineering in Greenville, SC is seeking a Field Engineering Technician for Construction Materials Testing. You will perform field tests on soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates, review blueprints for field observations, and document results to ensure conformance with project plans.

The role requires ACI certification, the ability to lift 40–50 lbs, occasional overnight travel, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction testing experience preferred.
• ACI Certification is required.
• Ability to lift 40–50 lbs regularly.
• Willingness to travel overnight for short assignments.
• Experience with ASTM/AASHTO/DOT specs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Field testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and masonry mortar/grout.
• Review blueprints for field observations on construction sites.
• Document field activities and test results per plans and specs.
• Use Metafield or similar systems to record results.
• Communicate results with project staff, contractors, and clients.
• Calibrate field and lab equipment to industry standards.

Skills

Field testing experience

Physical fitness

Travel willingness

Education

ACI Certification

Tools

Metafield

Job description

NOVA Engineering in Greenville, SC is seeking a Field Engineering Technician for Construction Materials Testing. You will perform field tests on soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates, review blueprints for field observations, and document results to ensure conformance with project plans.

The role requires ACI certification, the ability to lift 40–50 lbs, occasional overnight travel, and collaboration with project teams.