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Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.\nStep into Your New Role\nKleinfelder's Austin, Texas office is currently seeking an Entry Level Field Engineer to join the team!\nWe're looking for a person with strong initiative, who will perform routine to complex inspection and testing of construction materials in the field, in order to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications. The field engineer will prepare daily reports and data sheets and may be called upon to perform various tasks at the discretion of the supervisor. Duties will include concrete sampling and testing, nuclear moisture density testing, reinforcing steel observations, and more complex observation and inspection duties.\nWorking well in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment is a must. Strong communication skills are necessary to succeed in this role.\nRole and Responsibilities\nThe specific responsibilities include:\nPerform observations and testing on materials testing projects to verify conformance to the construction plans and specifications.\nSubmitting daily field reports and data reports summarizing daily activities.\nConduct engineering calculations under the supervision of a professional engineer.\nMaintaining objectives, initiatives, and overall goals set forth by the project manager.\nQualification Requirements\nBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology\nEIT or GIT or ability to obtain within 6 months.\n0 to 3 years' experience in the provision of geotechnical-related engineering field\nMust have valid TX Driver's License\nAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work outdoors in varying weather conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and stand for extended periods.\nPreferred Skills\nCreative problem-solving skills\nResponsive attitude and approach to staff and client needs\nTimely decision-making skills\nAbility to read and review test procedures, standards, plans, and specifications. \nThis position may require occasional travel and/or night work based on project locations, client needs, and/or active project assignments.\nRequired Certifications include (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire):\nACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I\nRadiation Safety (nuclear density gauge: Troxler, CPN, Instrotek)\nTexas Department of Transportation Testing Certifications\nKleinfelder offers a certification incentive program, including opportunities for additional compensation after obtaining industry certifications. In addition, we provide cross-training opportunities with the Geotechnical Department, including field logging, laboratory testing, and engineering support activities to support employee development and career growth.\nFollowing an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.\nMove Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.\nProgress with an Employer that Values You\nKleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:\nBenefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.\nCareer Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.\nEqual Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES \nPlease note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. 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