Entry-Level Construction Materials Engineering Technicians

Entry-Level Construction Materials Engineering Technicians

Requisition Number : 2025-1830-03

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME , you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on field experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits, including but not limited to :

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company matching
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity / paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role : Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

Do you like the idea of starting your day outdoors instead of at a desk? Do you take pride in hands-on work that makes a real impact on the success of a construction project? Are you ready for a job where no two days look the same? If so, a career as a Construction Materials Engineering Technician out of our Lexington, Kentucky office might be exactly what you're looking for.

At S&ME, our Construction Materials Engineering Technicians are essential to getting the job done right. From day one, you'll be in the field helping ensure that the materials used to build everything from restaurants to stadiums meet the right standards for quality and safety.

What You'll Do :

What to Expect :

With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), this physically active job involves outdoor, hands-on work in all weather conditions. You'll be walking over rough terrain, standing for long periods (up to 12 hours), lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment, and safely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sites.

Experience shifting work hours based on project needs and weather conditions, including early mornings, some Saturdays, and overtime (paid at time and a half). Travel expenses (per-diem / lodging) are covered when assisting other offices.

What We're Looking For :

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth is our priority. We provide professional training, exciting projects, and a supportive environment that truly invests in its people. This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. Many of our experienced technicians and engineers began their journey right where you are now. We believe in growing our team from within and equipping you with the tools to succeed.

Ready to get your hands dirty and build something great? Apply today and help shape the future, one project, one test, and one material at a time with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients.

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate / recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.