Construction Materials QC Engineer I

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This position is responsible for assisting with the implementation and maintenance of an operational Quality system, including the development and maintenance of QC Plans, laboratory accreditation, and support for technical staff. The role requires advanced study and the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in analyzing and interpreting information to make well-reasoned recommendations.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on data, detail, and discovery. As a Materials QC Engineer I, you'll spend your days diving into test results from the field, identifying trends, and making real-time recommendations to improve material performance. You'll collaborate with the sales team on submittals, fine-tune hot mix asphalt designs, and manage the technical side of equipment and accreditation. Most of your time will be spent in the office analyzing data—but when things go wrong on a job, you’ll be the one leading the forensic investigation to figure out what happened and why. It’s a role that starts with the numbers but grows into something much bigger: owning the quality story behind every project.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Implement a quality system to ensure construction materials meet quality standards by analyzing and interpreting testing results, which is critical for maintaining product integrity
• Review, summarize, and communicate testing results to plant operations promptly to ensure materials meet specifications and corrective actions are taken when required, ensuring continuous quality control
• Apply the requirements outlined in the construction materials playbook and the company’s management system (GMS) to ensure compliance, which is essential for maintaining operational standards
• Support the QC management team during pre-bid, construction, and post-construction phases by collaborating with plants/materials, construction, sales, and estimating teams to ensure quality standards are met, contributing to project success
• Understand and manage national/state accreditation programs (AASHTO, ASTM, local DOT) to meet accreditation deadlines, identify and correct lab deficiencies, maintain laboratory standards, complete accreditation materials, and coordinate facility and equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance and operational excellence
• Track material quality incidents using the company’s defined process, with direction from the QC management team, to maintain quality control and ensure accurate reporting and resolution
• Enforce the operation facility QC Plans to ensure requirements are followed and that sampling and testing frequencies are appropriately managed, which is vital for maintaining consistent quality
• Utilize QC software applications (e.g., Stonemont, R18LabQMS, Autodesk Build, HCSS) to effectively manage quality data and processes, enhancing operational efficiency
• Participate in regular quality-focused meetings with construction materials teams to review materials quality key performance metrics (e.g., MFTQ, HMA bonus performance) and drive continuous improvement
• Generate submittals (aggregate and HMA) following the company’s standard processes to ensure compliance and accuracy in documentation
• Participate in the mix design process to develop blends, execute designs, and prepare final mix design submittals, contributing to product development and quality
• Promote the company’s safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment, including assisting with safety meetings and inspections, which is crucial for maintaining workplace safety

Education

• Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline required

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred

Work Experience

• 0 – 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills

• Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations 

• Good oral and written communication skills - ability to communicate across all levels of the organization

• Advanced Microsoft Suite and database operations skills required

• Self-motivated

• Training Skills

• Good understanding of laboratory and field-testing procedures and equipment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive 

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment

• Ability and willingness to abide by the company’s code of conduct daily

• This position requires approximately 50% regional travel by car to project sites and partner locations. In addition, monthly air travel may be required for team meetings, training, or support at other regional offices.

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Our Benefits at a Glance:

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace.  That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

 

Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.  Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

 

As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.

 

Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Base Salary Range: 

$67,531.00 - $101,295.00

Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.  ​

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