Project & Materials Engineer: Optimize Mixes & Plant Performance

APAC - Central-Central West Region - River Valley; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

APAC Central Inc., a CRH company, is seeking a Project/Materials Engineer to join our Arkansas team. You will tackle material science challenges, optimize mix designs, and help deliver high-quality aggregates, asphalt, and concrete on major regional projects.

We value FE exam candidates, strong communication, and a rigorous approach to safety and regulatory compliance as you work across plant, lab, and field settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
• FE Exam preferred; licensure encouraged.
• Experience or internship in construction materials, mining, or quality control is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Tackle challenges related to material science, production techniques, and environmental sustainability.
• Optimize ready-mix concrete and asphalt from material selection to plant performance.
• Analyze project documentation for material compliance and craft submittals.
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Environmental Teams to meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Design and manage plant improvement initiatives.
• Engage in surveying, inventory management, and reserve analysis.
• Assist inspections to ensure environmental, safety, and health standards.
• Foster a safe, inclusive work environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

APAC Central Inc., a CRH company, is seeking a Project/Materials Engineer to join our Arkansas team. You will tackle material science challenges, optimize mix designs, and help deliver high-quality aggregates, asphalt, and concrete on major regional projects.

We value FE exam candidates, strong communication, and a rigorous approach to safety and regulatory compliance as you work across plant, lab, and field settings.