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Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.

Engineering Technician

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Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.
Multi‑specialty civil engineering firm offering geotechnical, environmental, structural, testing, and inspection services.
Perform field testing of construction materials and report findings.
11d ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Washington, DC
Field
Company Size
292 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Construction Services
Design
Geotechnical Engineering
Environmental Services
Surveying
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Institutional
Residential
Government
Role
What you would be doing
project reporting
senior interaction
safety management
field observations
material testing
  • Report observations and findings to project team verbally and/or in writing.
  • Interacting with senior staff members on a variety of projects, as needed.
  • Promoting a safe workplace and proper use of PPE.
  • Perform field observations and testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, reinforcing steel, and sprayed-on fireproofing.
What you bring
certifications
vehicle record
high school
communication
lifting
math skills
  • Successfully complete necessary certifications (company-paid) to perform testing and inspection tasks.
  • Ability to meet pre-employment criteria, including motor vehicle record.
  • High School degree or GED equivalent (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geology a plus)
  • Possess good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematic computations.
Benefits
  • Competitive starting pay based on prior experience.
  • Healthcare and dental insurance (w/ Health Savings Account Option)
  • Overtime work available.
  • 100% Employer-Paid Benefits, that include including Long-Term Disability, Basic Life & Employee Assistance Program).
  • Valid (ACI, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, etc.) certifications are a plus and will result in higher starting pay!
  • Disability insurance
  • 401k with Company Match.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Provide suitable personal car for use on job sites. Mileage will be reimbursed.
  • $250 sign-on bonus paid after successfully completing 90 days*; $250 paid after one year of service.
  • Pay raises will be provided for successful completion of certifications!
  • Generous compensation for Employee-Referrals.
  • $500 signing bonus!
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded 1989
Year Established
The firm was established in 1989 by two engineers.
$34M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Their 2016 revenue of $34 million highlighted their growth.
Top 500 Firms
ENR Ranking
They ranked among ENR's Top 500 design firms in 2016.
  • From the outset, its approach treated every project 'as if they were the owners', earning long-term developer relationships.
  • They expanded in the 1990s into geostructural design and specialty geoconstruction, establishing design-build capabilities.
  • They tackle projects across sectors—schools, stadiums, highways, housing, industrial and more—often in complex soil conditions.
  • Their services span geotechnical, environmental consulting, specialty construction, testing and third-party inspections.
  • Senior engineers frequently work onsite, ensuring designs are grounded in real conditions rather than assumptions.
  • With around 20 offices—including in the Caribbean—the firm combines local expertise with wide regional reach.
  • Notably, they operate their own fleet of drill rigs and labs, enabling in-house subsurface investigations and testing.
  • Their geoscience arm uses methods like ground-penetrating radar and seismic surveys to uncover hidden subsurface issues.
  • Philadelphia office is licensed for deep foundations, structural steel, masonry inspections and underpinning among other specialties.
Culture + Values
  • Ownership and Accountability: As an employee-owned company, each employee is a stakeholder in every project they work on.
  • Entrepreneurship and personal accountability drive employees to succeed.
  • Support one another and work as a team.
  • Peers are an employee's greatest resource — whether they are recent graduates bringing a fresh approach or long-time team members providing guidance.
  • A large firm that doesn’t feel like a large firm.
  • Relaxed and approachable.
Environment + Sustainability
Inclusion & Diversity
4.0/5 Rating
Glassdoor Overall Diversity & Inclusion
The company received a 4.0/5 rating for its overall diversity and inclusion efforts, reflecting strong commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
4.2/5 Rating (Men/Women)
Glassdoor Gender Equality
Both men and women at the company received a high 4.2/5 rating in gender-related diversity and inclusion metrics, showcasing equitable treatment across genders.
  • Equal Opportunity: does not discriminate because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation or national origin; applies in recruitment, promotion, compensation, training, layoff and termination.
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