Engineering Technician IV

About the Role

Construction Inspectors spend most of their time working on projects performing construction-related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. Inspections may cross multiple disciplines or focus on a specified area of expertise including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc. Responsibilities include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with plans and specifications, preparing inspection reports, and communicating findings to the project team.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction projects to monitor quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings, and project specifications.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance, providing clear documentation of findings and results.
• Perform basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicate findings to the engineer or Project Manager and collaborate on solutions to potential issues.
• Adhere to strict safety standards and perform pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Drive a vehicle (e.g., Ford F-150 or equivalent) to project sites and arrive in a timely manner.
• Submit clear and accurate documentation of findings and results daily.
• Maintain assigned equipment and vehicle in clean working order.
• Follow safety rules and practices, including the Smith System’s five keys to driving.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
• Maintain equipment operation and calibration.
• May lead the activities of other engineering technicians on larger field projects.
• Interact with clients and site personnel to provide input on resolving findings.
• May assist the Project Manager in developing the scope for testing and inspection services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in construction inspection.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) / American Welding Society (AWS) certification.
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Preferred certifications:
  • ICC certification in Structural Steel – Bolting and Structural Steel – Welding.
  • ASNT Level II certification in Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), and Radiographic Testing (RT).