Senior Concrete Engineer

Job Summary

As a technical leader within the Concrete service line, the Engineer 3 serves as a mentor to junior staff, supports QA/QC oversight, and drives continuous improvement in analytical methods, client deliverables, and internal processes. The position oversees multiple concurrent projects, interfaces directly with clients and contractors, and plays a key role in strengthening the service line’s strategic impact and technical reputation. This is a high-ownership role ideal for professionals who blend advanced engineering insight with strong communication and project coordination skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute multiple concrete engineering projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop project scopes, testing protocols, and project-specific recommendations for complex concrete applications.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for technical and logistical challenges.
• Perform in-depth analyses of concrete properties, such as creep, fatigue, thermal behavior, and alkali-silica reactivity (ASR).
• Design and evaluate high-performance concrete mixes for unique applications, including lightweight, high-strength, and self-consolidating concretes.
• Lead forensic investigations of concrete failures, identifying root causes and developing corrective measures.
• Review and approve technical reports and design documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, addressing their concrete engineering needs and concerns.
• Deliver technical presentations to clients and stakeholders, explaining findings and recommendations in a clear, consultative manner.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, identifying growth opportunities, and expanding client relationships.
• Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior and mid-level engineers, ensuring their work is technically sound and aligned with project goals.
• Lead internal training sessions on advanced concrete engineering topics, innovations, and best practices.
• Review and validate the work of less experienced staff, ensuring quality and compliance with standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency in engineering workflows.
• Integrate emerging technologies, such as digital twin modeling or AI-based material optimization, into project workflows.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize resource allocation and ensure efficient project execution.
• Ensure all activities comply with ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, MnDOT, and environmental regulations, as well as AET’s internal safety and quality protocols.
• Promote and uphold a proactive safety culture in all project planning and execution, even when overseeing lab-related evaluations indirectly.
• Supervise project teams for medium to large-scale engineering projects, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing technical mentorship to junior engineers.
• Review and approve work to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Required Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with a focus on Concrete Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in concrete engineering or related fields.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• Advanced proficiency with concrete design software and modeling tools.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale concrete engineering projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced analytical skills for evaluating complex material behavior and structural performance.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction, report writing, and presentations.
• Familiarity with cutting-edge materials and techniques, such as geopolymer concrete, self-healing materials, and nanotechnology-enhanced mixes.

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $100,000 to $130,000 per year based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long-term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.