Junior Concrete Petrographer

Job Summary

Our petrographic analysis of concrete aids in the engineering assessment of concrete structures and the investigation of material failures. A Junior Concrete Petrographer will work under an experienced Concrete Petrographer to gain knowledge in the diverse elements of evaluating cementitious materials and aggregate for a period of 5 years. Depending on the project and the employees abilities, they will take an increasing role and responsibility from sample preparation, to sample analysis, to report writing and project specific analytical investigation design at the end of the 5 years. Junior Concrete Petrographers should be technically curious, flexible and able to conduct and manage multiple tasks with varying levels of complexity with supervision. Begin to work toward managing and efficiently coordinating responsibilities, priorities, and deadlines to support the changing project needs and evolution of the laboratory. Present a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all necessary existing and developmental tasks in support of the Materials Science Laboratory and project material related investigations.
• Learn and perform industry standard laboratory test methods following strict quality and documentation requirements and good laboratory practices.
• Responsible for complying with corporate-level and office-specific Quality Management Systems (QMS) related policies and procedures; including adoption, implementation, and enforcement.
• Responsible for obtaining and maintaining appropriate lab-testing related certifications by external certifying agencies for the defined scope.
• Provide training to incoming junior level staff.
• Collaborate with in-house engineers, architects, and other technical professionals.
• Assist with the organization and operation of the laboratory including but not limited to tracking of equipment calibration and laboratory comsumable supplies
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of science in Geology, Physical Science, Civil Engineering or a related field with coursework in mineralogy, petrology, and geochemistry.
• No experience required.
• Experience preparing specimens for microscopy such as thin sections and use of a stereo-optical microscope, polarized light microscope, or scanning electron microscope (SEM) with energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), is preferred.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to identify minerals and classify rock types
• Experience or familiarity with the operation and maintenance of optical microscopes and scanning electron microscopes
• Experience or familiarity with thin section preparation techniques

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2024). For additional information about ECS click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

At ECS, we believe that the power of our team lies in the synergy of our technical excellence, leadership potential, passion for mentorship and commitment to service. We're not just building a workplace; we're creating a vibrant community where professionals thrive, collaborate, and inspire one another. Here, your journey goes beyond delivering outstanding technical solutions-it's about being part of something bigger, where your contributions shape the future and your growth knows no bounds.

When you join our team, you're not just taking on a job; you're stepping into a career filled with purpose, innovation, and opportunity. We value your expertise and ambition, and we're committed to fueling your growth through continuous learning, leadership opportunities, and meaningful connections.

At ECS, every day is a chance to push boundaries, share knowledge, make an impact and serve others. We invest in our people because we believe in their potential to lead, innovate, and drive the future of our industry. Together, we're building a legacy of excellence-one that thrives on collaboration, mentorship, service, and a relentless pursuit of success.

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ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.