Civil Engineering Technician

Become an ARA Road Warrior! We are looking for bright, motivated individuals to join our team. Full‑time opportunities are available in Champaign, IL;
Austin, TX; and Mechanicsburg, PA.

Our engineering technicians participate in an environment of continuous learning, with new challenges in ARA’s pursuit for technical excellence.

No previous pavement testing experience is needed. Applicants should possess good communication skills, strong attention to detail, flexibility, and a willingness to learn and be challenged.

• Participate in pavement testing and other transportation infrastructure data collection projects throughout the U.S. Engineering technicians may expect to travel about 50% of the time and be in the office 50% of the time, with travel generally being heavier in the spring/summer and lighter in the winter.
• Learn operation, calibration, and maintenance of modern data collection equipment.
• Drive or operate van‑ or trailer‑mounted data collection systems (deflection testing, ground‑penetrating radar, pavement coring, pavement friction testing).
• Office‑based tasks such as processing, comparing, and analyzing data using proprietary tools, Microsoft Excel, etc.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a DOT physical.
• Excellent driving skills and willingness to drive pickup trucks and vans, sometimes with trailers; must be able to drive long distances and work in a vehicle for long periods of time.
• Willing and interested to travel, occasionally for weeks at a time.
• Flexible schedule that will include working some weekends and nights, with overtime hours when needed. Must have reliable transportation to/from the office that accommodates the need for flexibility.
• Working knowledge of basic office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Mechanical aptitude and GIS aptitude are preferred.
• Valid U.S. passport and interest/availability to travel to projects outside the U.S. desired but not required.

The anticipated wage range for this position is $25-30/hr, depending on experience and location, and premium overtime is paid for hours over 40 in a week. ARA also offers competitive benefits that address our employees’ needs now and in the future. Learn more about each of our benefits at