Summer Engineering Technician - Summer 2027

Terracon; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Omaha, NE is seeking engineering students for a summer internship and possible co-op through December. You will perform field and laboratory testing and observation of construction materials, and report results to the project team with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS or MS in civil or construction engineering, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and hold a valid driver’s license. Training is provided under supervision of senior staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Pursuing BS or MS in civil or construction engineering.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials.
• Communicate with project manager, client representatives, and contractor’s representatives regarding requirements and results.
• Transport material samples to the laboratory with documentation for testing and analysis.
• Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in written and digital reports for daily submittal to the Terracon Project Manager.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas; assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.
• Adhere to safety standards on all projects.

Skills

Field testing

Observation

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing BS/MS in Civil/Construction Engineering

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Join Terracon's Omaha, NE for the summer and gain valuable engineering experience! We are looking for engineering students interested in summer work. Work from May - August and Co-Ops are also available if you want to work to December. In the role you will:

Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g. soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel). Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor’s representative and others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observation in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas. May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, learn and assist with tasks and perform basic testing and observations duties.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and discusses accuracy of data in preparation for submittal.
• Submits documentation and communicates results as directed by the Project Manager
• Maintains assigned equipment.
• Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and pursuing a BS or Master's degree in civil or construcion engineering
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.