Engineering Technician 1-5

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Engineering Technician serves as lead worker for the Concrete Research Unit of the Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC), conducting laboratory and field research in response to Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development objectives and complex engineering problems. Under the supervision of the Engineer Supervisor team or an Engineering Technician Consultant, the role supports a research program spanning transportation technology and operations, including geosynthetics, geologic engineering, geotechnical field instrumentation, in-situ soil exploration, nuclear non-destructive testing, piling and embankment design, and pavement base material and subgrade design.

The technician assists in developing and conducting research activities, creates and executes work plans, and completes research tasks and formal studies. The position collects and analyzes geotechnical research data, exercises independent judgment in laboratory and field work, prepares data analysis for reporting or presentation, and evaluates new concepts and procedures through hands-on work with materials and collaboration with engineers and academics.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineer 6 and Engineering Technician Consultant in developing and conducting research activities.
• Develop and conduct work plans and execute the research program to complete research tasks and formal studies addressing complex engineering problems.
• Collect and analyze geotechnical research data using equipment such as cone penetrometers, geogauges, load compression testers, electric cone penetrometers, electrical density gauges, and field inclinometers.
• Use independent judgment, based on experience and knowledge, when collecting data in the laboratory and field.
• Deliver data analysis in a completed format ready for reporting or presentation.
• Evaluate new concepts and procedures through hands-on interaction with materials and personnel, including engineers and academics.

Benefits

• Eligible for premium pay of $2.00 per hour worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED