Job Title
Research Engineering Associate IAgency
Texas A&M Transportation InstituteDepartment
Flexible PavementsProposed Minimum Salary
Job Location
Job Type
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 70 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/
What you need to know:
The salary range for position is $37K - $67K. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience.
Job Summary
This position, under general supervision, performs laboratory testing on pavement materials, compiles and organizes data, and participates in field testing pavement materials under the direction of the project director, Principal Investigator, or higher-level research personnel. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
Essential Duties
Conduct directed phases of lab testing on pavement materials. Set up and operate apparatuses, collect and/or analyze samples and perform test procedures.
Make and record observations, compile data, and organize information for inclusion in project deliverables such as reports and presentations.
Assist with field testing pavement materials.
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
No prior experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet applications, and common office functions.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience performing laboratory tests, compiling data, and making inferences based on the data
Presentation experience (technical writing, power point)
Familiarity with terminology relating to characterization and properties of pavement materials
Demonstrated ability to perform a well-defined scope of work with limited supervision
Basic VBA coding
Physical Requirements
This position may frequently require to move/transport equipment up to 50 lbs.
This position may require additional work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.
Duties may require occasional overnight travel.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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