Engineering Technician I

 We’re seeking a detail-oriented Engineering Technician to support transportation construction projects. In this role, you’ll assist with field inspections, verify elevations and alignments, review test data, and help prepare reports and project documentation. You’ll work both outdoors on job sites and in the office, ensuring projects meet LA DOTD standards — and we will train you!

What You’ll Do

• Inspect construction activities for compliance with DOTD requirements
• Verify elevations, alignments, and field measurements
• Prepare reports, estimates, and documentation
• Review test data and assist with sampling plans
• Support Independent Assurance reporting and quality control

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to read engineering drawings/maps (preferred)
• LA DOTD certifications (preferred) — or willingness to obtain with our training
• Construction inspection experience preferred, but we will train motivated candidates

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment 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. 

• Ability to travel frequently and on short notice.
• Ability to walk long distances.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. 
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, or inclement weather conditions
• Ability to travel with some overnight travel 

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in the described position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties and skills required of the individual classified in this position.

ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION:

The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position’s role within the organization.

This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position. 

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, recruiting, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at [email protected].

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled