Pavement Engineer

Pavement Engineer

Requisition Number: 2025-1050-14

Are you an experienced Professional Engineer who specializes in pavement design and analysis with strong client relations and project management skills seeking a challenging opportunity to take that next step in your career as a Pavement Engineer? S&ME would love to talk to you about joining our team in Raleigh, North Carolina.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Why Work at S&ME?

• Professional Growth: We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!
• Innovative Projects: Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums and more.
• Inclusive Culture: Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from each other and enjoy the time with your teammates and colleagues.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
• Community Impact: Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

About The Role:

As a Pavement Engineer, you will lead and support significant transportation pavement projects across the Southeast and Midwest to ensure exceptional quality, safety, and timely delivery. Your expertise in pavement analysis, design, and implementation will be essential in addressing complex issues. You will also be pivotal in maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring project success and profitability. By leading and mentoring your team and managing each project phase, you will enhance efficiency, improve processes, and elevate departmental standards.

• Lead pavement analysis, design, and implementation to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Oversee pavement testing activities, including FWD, GPR, IRI, Friction, Coring, DCP, and more.
• Conduct engineering calculations and prepare proposals, technical reports, and invoices.
• Maintain strong client relationships to ensure project success and profitability.
• Manage and mentor teams, improving processes and departmental standards.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors for MOT, utilities, and other project needs.
• Support marketing and business development efforts.

About You:

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mining, or a related engineering field
• You have a minimum of 6 years of professional experience
• You have a Professional Engineer (PE) license, with ability to gain licensure in other states (as needed)
• You have excellent computer skills including at a minimum, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint with the ability to learn commercial software applications
• You are proficient in pavement testing and design software, such as ProVal and MEPDG
• You have a broad understanding of transportation project delivery to include planning, design, and construction
• You have the ability to lead 3 to 5 professionals and engineers for the successful execution of projects

Grow With Us:

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job, it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000 Referral Bonuses
• & More!

Join us at S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.