Senior Engineering Technician

Leoforce; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Sr. Engineering Technician to join our geotechnical engineering team. The role involves laboratory and field testing, operating a nuclear densometer, and applying specialized software to analyze data.

You will communicate results to clients and staff, document field notes, travel to sites, and mentor junior staff. Requires 10+ years in field or lab tech, nuclear safety training, HAZWOPER, and accreditations in soils, concrete, and asphalt.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a field and/or lab technician in the engineering industry.
• Field and construction observation experience is highly desirable.
• Current Nuclear Gage Safety and Transport Training certification.
• Current HAZWOPER certification.
• Strong ability to process and interpret test data using computer software.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present test results effectively.
• Must have a valid driver license and insurable driving record.
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate field notes and sketches.
• Accreditations in soils, concrete, and asphalt required (WAQTC, ACI, and CAPA certifications).
• Experience coordinating testing activities and mentoring technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• Operate a nuclear densometer to measure the density of substances.
• Process test data using specialized computer software and present results in a clear and concise manner.
• Communicate test progress and results to relevant stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal staff.
• Interact professionally with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• Produce accurate field notes and sketches to document work, ensuring all details are recorded for future reference.
• Perform field and construction observation as needed, providing valuable insights and feedback.
• Maintain a valid driver license and insurable driving record, allowing for travel to different work sites as required.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Mentoring staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nuclear Gage Safety and Transport Training

HAZWOPER certification

WAQTC/ACI/CAPA accreditations (soils, concrete, asphalt)

Job description

Job Description

Experience

Mid Level

Salary

$30 - $45 per hour

Job Details

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Sr. Engineering Technician who will be a vital part of our engineering team.

Responsibilities

• 1. Conduct laboratory testing in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• 2. Operate a nuclear densometer to measure the density of substances.
• 3. Process test data using specialized computer software and present results in a clear and concise manner.
• 4. Communicate test progress and results to relevant stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal staff.
• 5. Interact professionally with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• 6. Produce accurate field notes and sketches to document work, ensuring all details are recorded for future reference.
• 7. Perform field and construction observation as needed, providing valuable insights and feedback.
• 8. Maintain a valid driver license and insurable driving record, allowing for travel to different work sites as required.
• 9. Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2. Minimum 10 years of experience as a field and/or lab technician in the engineering industry.
• 3. Field and construction observation experience is highly desirable.
• 4. Current Nuclear Gage Safety and Transport Training certification.
• 5. Current HAZWOPER certification.
• 6. Strong ability to process and interpret test data using computer software.
• 7. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present test results effectively.
• 8. Must have a valid driver license and insurable driving record.
• 9. Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
• 10. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• 11. Demonstrated attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate field notes and sketches.
• 12. Accreditations in soils, concrete, and asphalt required (WAQTC, ACI, and CAPA certifications).
• 13. Experience coordinating testing activities and mentoring technical staff.

A bit about us

Join a respected employee-owned engineering consulting firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex geotechnical, environmental, and civil engineering projects across both the public and private sectors. Our client offers the opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure and development projects while collaborating with experienced industry professionals. Employees enjoy a supportive, team-oriented culture, opportunities for professional growth, competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the stability of an established firm committed to technical excellence and innovation.

Why join us?

Our client is an employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, environmental services, engineering geology, hydrogeology, and civil engineering. For decades, they have partnered with government agencies, municipalities, and private clients to deliver innovative solutions for transportation, water resources, buildings, energy, and other critical infrastructure projects. Their commitment to quality, safety, and technical expertise has made them a trusted leader in the engineering consulting industry.