Materials Engineer

Cemstone•Mendota Heights, MN

23h•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Cemstone® has become synonymous with high quality products and unparalleled service in the ready-mix concrete industry in the upper midwest. Our reputation is reflected in the structures we’ve helped create and our long-held and long-practiced commitment to our core values. Here's your opportunity to join an amazing family-owned business that has been around for nearly 100 years! What You’ll Do: This position works with Technical Services, Manufacturing, and Sales to provide technical support related to production of packaged cementitious products and CMU at all associated facilities. Responsibilities include assistance of other lab staff, coordination of all lab work, implementation and execution of the production plant and laboratory QA/QC materials testing program, execution of the annual submittal testing program, maintenance of the lab accreditation program, mix design analysis and development, new product development, product troubleshooting, preparation of test reports and raw material evaluation. Additional responsibilities include obtaining and maintaining necessary industry certifications and assisting the Technical Manager and Production Managers in the evaluation of manufacturing processes, raw materials and finished products.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET Accredited program in Civil, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
EIT Certification or ability to pass the FE within 3 months is required.
Ability to acquire applicable industry certifications, including MnDOT Aggregate Production, MnDOT Concrete Plant, ACI Concrete Field 1, ACI Concrete Strength, ACI Masonry Field, ACI Masonry Lab. Prior certification is a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from operations, sales, marketing, and management.
Ability to discuss technical and logistical aspects of cementitious, chemical, and other related products, quality, and production.
Ability to interpret specifications and institute testing procedures to create products within the parameters of the specifications.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret building codes, material specifications, test methods, ASTM/ANSI standards, governmental regulations, etc.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts required to analyze test data including statistical analysis, percentages, ratios.
Ability to create documents and spreadsheets containing testing data and graph results
Must be able to follow instructions and adhere to all the company’s safety policy procedures and recommendation.
Must be proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and ERP systems.
Must be able to read, write, and speak in English.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain within 1 year is preferred.
CIM graduates highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Technical Manager and other lab staff to provide in-house testing of all products made at associated plants.
Schedule, track, and record all testing performed at the lab.
Maintain data, inspection, and testing records related to testing programs.
Act as a change agent for continuous improvements.
Work closely with Production and Operations staff to ensure all products are produced in compliance with applicable design specifications and establish/maintain acceptance standards for products produced.
Develop and maintain relationships with Sales and Plant personnel to assist with technical issues, product troubleshooting and/or field problems.
Participate in training and development as required to gain knowledge regarding production and testing of concrete and masonry products as well as other related products.
Become familiar with and help develop and refine laboratory Quality Plan, lab SOP’s, standard test reports, Certificates of Analysis, SDS and Technical Data Sheets.
Attend / provide related training on these areas as directed by the Technical Manager.
Produce annual submittal reports for commercial products based on test data generated
Responsible for maintenance and cleaning of the laboratory and calibrating all laboratory testing equipment.
Perform physical and chemical testing on work in-process production materials, R&D materials, and finished goods.
Communicate results to Technical Manager in the form of finished reports.
Work with Operations and Technical staff to optimize products and mix designs to help manufacture products cost effectively while maintaining compliance with applicable specifications, production, and customer demands.
Work with Customers, Sales Staff, outside vendors and the Technical Manager to investigate, analyze and respond to construction related issues by troubleshooting, analyzing test results, testing retained materials and writing reports on investigation findings.
Communicate with material vendors and plants to maintain fresh materials for testing
Responsible for maintaining laboratory accreditation such as CCRL/AASHTO, including all required documentation and logs.
Maintain proper testing certifications for laboratory staff, including maintaining certification records.
Maintain proper safety procedures and provide safety training as required for laboratory staff.
Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations
Maintain a clean and organized working environment, all assigned areas and equipment.
Perform all tasks/projects with accuracy and organized documentation.
Optimize efficiency, productivity, and equipment performance to meet objectives.
Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers.
Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.
Analyze historical data on products to optimize testing frequency.
Coordinate lab activities for all lab staff.
Perform all other duties as assigned by management.