American Engineering Testing Inc

About Us At American Engineering Testing (AET), we believe that people are the heart of innovation. We create an environment that values teamwork, curiosity, and continuous improvement while delivering innovative engineering and consulting solutions. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we deliver comprehensive testing, analysis, and design to reduce uncertainty in construction projects and offer rewarding work, exceptional training, and career development opportunities. Job Summary The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of drilling rigs, construction equipment, and other heavy machinery used in geotechnical, environmental, and materials testing operations. This role ensures that all equipment is operating safely and efficiently to support field and laboratory testing projects across multiple service lines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues on drilling rigs, loaders, excavators, generators, and other heavy equipment. Perform scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, and system diagnostics. Conduct pre-use inspections and safety checks to ensure optimal performance. Provide on-site support at job locations, performing emergency repairs and troubleshooting equipment failures. Minimize project delays by ensuring rapid response to mechanical breakdowns. Inspect, repair, and replace hydraulic components such as pumps, valves, hoses, and cylinders. Troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, relays, control panels, and diagnostic systems. Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication work to repair or modify equipment components as needed. Conduct operational tests to verify successful repairs before returning equipment to service. Ensure all machinery meets operational and safety standards. Maintain detailed service logs, maintenance records, and repair documentation. Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Work closely with engineers, technicians, and project managers to assess equipment performance. Provide recommendations for necessary repairs, modifications, or equipment upgrades. Follow OSHA, DOT, and company-specific safety protocols in all maintenance activities. Conduct hazard assessments and implement corrective actions as needed. Track parts usage and coordinate with procurement to ensure availability of necessary components and tools. Required Qualifications and Education Requirements High school diploma or GED required; vocational training in diesel mechanics, heavy equipment repair, or a related field preferred. 3+ years of experience as a mechanic working with heavy equipment, drilling rigs, or construction machinery. Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, electrical diagnostics, and engine repair. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics. Must possess or obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of employment. Welding and fabrication skills preferred. Experience with field service work is a plus. Preferred Skills Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Effective communication skills for working with engineers, technicians, and project managers. Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate service records. Pay Transparency Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $33.00 and $40.00 per hour based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision, Flex Savings Plans, Health Savings Accounts with employer contribution, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long term savings, paid time off, parental leave, company paid life, disability and identity theft, weekly pay, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. Work Environment Primarily operates in shop and field environments. Frequent travel to job sites required; may involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions. 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 or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Third Party Disclosure Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET's Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. Compensation details: 33-40 Hourly Wage PI1191c4b0ffbb-4700

Job Summary The Pavement Engineer 3 is a senior-level professional responsible for leading pavement engineering projects, offering technical expertise, and managing client relationships. This role combines advanced pavement design, data analysis, and project management to deliver high-quality solutions for diverse infrastructure projects, including roadways, airports, and industrial pavements. This position serves as a technical leader, mentoring junior staff and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The role involves overseeing multiple projects, collaborating with clients and contractors, and contributing to strategic growth within the Pavement Services division. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and manage multiple pavements engineering projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule. Develop project plans, including investigation strategies, material testing schedules, and deliverable timelines. Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth execution of complex pavement designs. Perform advanced pavement design calculations for flexible, rigid, and composite pavements using mechanistic-empirical approaches and industry standards. Conduct forensic investigations of pavement failures, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions. Evaluate innovative pavement materials and construction methods, such as high-performance asphalt and concrete mixes. Review and approve technical reports, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with AASHTO, ASTM, and FAA specifications. Act as the primary technical contact for clients, addressing their pavement engineering needs and concerns. Develop and deliver technical presentations to stakeholders, explaining design concepts and recommendations. Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, identifying new opportunities, and expanding the client base. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth. Lead training sessions on advanced pavement engineering techniques and software applications. Review work performed by less experienced staff, offering constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Identify opportunities for process improvements within pavement engineering practices and workflows. Integrate emerging technologies, such as 3D pavement modeling and real-time monitoring systems, into project execution. Collaborate with other divisions to enhance interdisciplinary project delivery. Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental and safety standards. Promote a safety-first culture within field and laboratory operations. Supervisory Responsibility Leads project teams for medium-large scale engineering projects. Assigns tasks, monitors progress and provides technical mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers. Reviews and approves work to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a specialization in Pavement or Transportation Engineering; master's preferred. Minimum of 8 years of experience in pavement engineering or related fields. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required. Expertise in pavement design software (e.g., Pavement ME Design, StreetSaver, Pave3D). Proven experience in managing complex pavement engineering projects. Preferred Skills Advanced analytical skills for mechanistic-empirical design and failure analysis. Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication skills for client interaction, report writing, and presentations. Familiarity with advanced materials and technologies, such as warm-mix asphalt, geosynthetics, and pervious pavements. Certifications such as ACI Concrete Pavement Inspector or NICET Level IV in Highway Materials. Pay Transparency Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $100,000 - $150,000 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. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. Work Environment Operates in both field and office environments, with frequent exposure to construction sites and various weather conditions. Safety gear is required during field assignments, including hard hats, gloves, and protective footwear. 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 or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET's Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary PIe3d5-

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. Provide mentorship and 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. Supervisory Responsibility Leads project teams for medium to large-scale engineering projects. Assigns tasks, monitors progress, and provides technical mentorship to junior engineers. Reviews and approves 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. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET's Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary PIa61c87bf0df1-9275

Job Summary The Engineer I position in the Geotechnical Group will coordinate project services consistent with client's needs by either performing or arranging qualified personnel to perform applicable project services with oversight and supervision (as required). The employee will perform field testing and evaluations, conduct laboratory testing and sample review, perform engineering analyses, prepare engineering recommendations and associated reports, and with oversight, manage AET project services for geotechnical projects. Project services may include soil borings, pavement cores, groundwater monitoring wells, pressure meter testing, infiltration testing, geotechnical instrumentation installation and monitoring, and load test observations, as well as laboratory soil and bedrock testing. All of this takes place within the framework of achieving the company's goals and vision. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Prepare proposals and formal engineering reports. Prepare and coordinate field work instructions, maps, planning, permitting, and project specific items. Locate and mark soil borings, pavement cores, and perform site reconnaissance and utility meets. Maintain client, project team, and in-house communication. Make professional judgments with the support of senior staff members. Perform test borings, pavement cores, and install geotechnical instrumentation as part of a field crew. Conduct field observations of soil and/or bedrock and testing procedures. Conduct geotechnical-related monitoring and testing, including instrumentation, settlement monitoring, load tests, infiltration testing, and pressure meter testing. Perform laboratory testing on soil and bedrock samples. Analyze and interpret data and samples collected from field and laboratory testing. Prepare reports of field and laboratory work. Interact successfully with a wide variety of people, work effectively within project teams, resolve issues and problems in a constructive manner, and work independently and within small teams in the field. Conduct duties in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations and AET's QA and Health and Safety Policies. Evaluate the complexity of a project or its conditions, recognize when more difficult judgments or situations are present such that higher level engineering supervision/assistance should be provided. . Supervisory Responsibility Provides work direction to field engineers, technicians, and drillers as coordinated with senior staff. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or other related engineering field. 0-3 years of related experience. Engineer in Training (EIT) registration required. Knowledge of fundamental engineering or scientific principles within geotechnical and construction materials areas and ability to apply that knowledge to the job. Communication skills sufficient to convey complex technical information in a clear manner to diverse audiences. Maintain valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Preferred Skills Advanced experience using personal computer software, especially Microsoft Office. Experience analyzing and interpreting data, accurately observing and recording field activities, reading plans and specifications as related to the position. Experience determining and coordinating daily work schedule based on project priorities and client/department schedules. Professional Engineering (PE) registration or ability to obtain registration preferred. Pay Transparency Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $68,000 and $85,000 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. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. Work Environment This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. This position also may require field work in outdoor conditions on construction sites with uneven ground and adverse weather conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. 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 or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds. The employee will occasionally push or pull equipment weighing up to 200 pounds. The employee is required to frequently work outside. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET's Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIc0cbe84bd5-