Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Transportation
ResearchEngineeringAssociate
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“Research Engineering Associate at Texas A&M Transportation Institute. Skills: laboratory and field tests on asphalt pavement materials, recording, organizing, analyzing, and reporting results. Performs laboratory testing. Records, organizes, analyzes and summarizes laboratory test results.. Includes test results in reports and other deliverables to Principal Investigators (PIs).”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals
Industry & Context.
Offers insights and observations based on results to PIs.
Travel to field projects for one or multiple days and may include overnight lodging., Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends when needed., Ability to move moderately heavy objects and to exert heavy force with or without reasonable accommodation., Ability to perform common office functions., Ability to meet and communicate frequently with other individuals within the workplace., Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery., Security-sensitive position, Criminal history investigation, Credentials verification
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience, Valid Class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
Nice to Have
Experience or certification in aggregates, binder, and mixture laboratory testing, Experience in pavement field testing, Accreditation in aggregates, binder and mixture testing through the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association
What You'll Do.
Performs laboratory testing. Records
analyzes and summarizes laboratory test results.
Includes test results in reports and other deliverables to Principal Investigators (PIs).
Offers insights and observations based on results to PIs.
Conducts field testing and pavement condition surveys.
Assists and coordinates field visits including procuring and shipping materials and obtaining field cores.
Works with research staff and trains and assists graduate students
in laboratory and field testing.
Maintains an inventory of received and stored materials.
Orders and purchases supplies to complete project-related work activities.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Ability to work with nationally recognized experts; Ability to help train the next generation of transportation professionals; Works with research staff and trains and assists graduate students, as needed
Communication Scope
Ability to meet and communicate frequently with other individuals within the workplace
Full Job Description
**Job Title** Research Engineering Associate I **Agency** Texas A&M Transportation Institute **Department** Recyclable Materials **Proposed Minimum Salary** Commensurate **Job Location** Bryan, Texas **Job Type** Staff **Job Description** **Who are we?** The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas A&M University System. For 75 years, TTI has addressed complex transportation challenges and opportunities with innovation, objectivity, and unmatched technical expertise. Our staff delivers excellence, value and thought leadership to ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals. **Our Mission and Vision** _Our Vision_ - TTI leads in the creation of knowledge that transforms transportation for the benefit of society. _Our Mission_ - TTI delivers practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the movement of people, data and goods through research, education and technology transfer. **Our Work Environment** * Entrepreneurial culture * Affiliation with Texas A&M University students and faculty * Ability to work with nationally recognized experts * Ability to help train the next generation of transportation professionals * Premier office and research facilities and equipment * Accredited laboratories and safety proving ground * Outstanding research support services * Hybrid work environment/telecommuting * Flexible work hours * Family friendly * High staff retention rates * Leadership development and wellness programs * Data allowance and home office equipment reimbursements * Relocation assistance (if eligible) * Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible) **Our Employee Benefits** TTI employees can choose from several health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System for themselves and their families, as well as numerous other benefit programs. [ _https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/_](https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/) **What you need to kno
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