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Bring your problem-solving mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and established expertise to Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE). 

WJE's Materials Laboratory based in Austin, Texas, is seeking an ownership-level, Experienced Construction Materials Engineer, to join our team of industry-leading experts in solving some of the most challenging problems in the built world. At WJE, you will apply a principles-first, problem-solving approach to determine root causes of problems, characterize existing materials, develop and specify new materials, and evaluate performance and durability for a variety of applications across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

In addition to collaborating with local architectural, civil, and structural engineers, this position will partner closely with our laboratory teams in WJE's Janney Technical Center (JTC), as well as multi-disciplinary project teams company-wide. 

Responsibilities:

• Technical project execution, including performing and training others in hands-on field investigation and laboratory testing; interpreting analytical data and reports; researching historical background of various materials, technical issues, and code requirements; applying sound engineering judgment for the development of innovative yet practical solutions and recommendations; preparing technically excellent client deliverables; and providing high-quality reviews of work by others 
• Project management, including client development, project scoping, assembling and managing appropriate project teams, maintaining project schedules and budgets, and managing client expectations and deliverables
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary project teams, including providing expertise to internal and external clients for a variety of new and existing construction materials applications (e.g., concrete materials, historic masonry, pavement)
• Contributions to company-wide objectives, including participating in recruitment, mentoring, and development of up-and-coming consultants; collaborating with other practice leaders for in-house research, knowledge-sharing, and training initiatives; and enhancing WJE’s profile through meaningful involvement in professional organizations, conferences, and technical committees

Qualifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Texas or ability to obtain by comity
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in civil, structural, or materials science engineering, with an emphasis on construction materials
• Minimum eight years of relevant construction materials engineering experience, including diagnosing and troubleshooting concrete and concrete constituent material problems
• Strong technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to transition quickly between multiple priorities while maintaining effective coworker and client relationships

Nice-to-Haves:

• Established network of industry contacts specific to construction materials
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with materials scientists (e.g., chemists, petrographers)
• Experience in laboratory management and operations (e.g., developing and implementing specialized laboratory testing programs and assuming responsibility for key aspects of laboratory safety, operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and accreditations)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without a reasonable accommodation. This position requires visual acuity and listening ability. Individuals must have the dexterity to be able to operate office and field equipment such as computer, printer, copier, telephone, voice mail system, and other office and field equipment. Requirements may also include:

• Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and construction sites
• Ability to perform inspections of buildings and other structures, both visually and with instruments
• Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations, including outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes
• Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment
• Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and other heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. 
• Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle

Culture, Compensation, and Benefits:

With more than 65 years of experience in the structural, materials, and architectural engineering field, WJE Associates have the opportunity to learn from and grow alongside industry-leading experts (locally and company-wide) in a challenging yet collaborative environment, supported by our collective technical knowledge and state-of-the-art laboratory and testing capabilities.

WJE is an employee-owned company that employs a diverse group of C²E² people—people with outstanding Character, unwavering Commitment to our core and culture, strong Expertise, and genuine Enthusiasm for their work. Our extraordinary people enjoy a fulfilling and flexible work environment: one that is inclusive and genuinely values and fairly treats every employee; one that is based on trust and personal responsibility; one that encourages open communication, continued learning, innovative thinking, excellence, and teamwork; and one that provides each employee a combined opportunity for personal, professional, and financial growth that is unsurpassed in our business. Learn more at www.wje.com/about

Annual starting base salary (gross): $105,000 to $165,000. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on several factors including consideration for a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base salary is one component of our total compensation package for employees. WJE offers an industry-leading total rewards package that enables our employees to grow and thrive with comprehensive health and financial benefits including robust and affordable health plans, generous 401(k) matching and bonus programs, time off to care for yourself and others, and investments in employees’ professional development, to name a few. More information on WJE’s total rewards package can be found at www.wje.com/careers/employment-benefits.

WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).

WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances.

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