Senior Pavement Engineer
Glendale, CA
Full Time
Experienced
Quality Engineering Solutions, Inc. (QES) is seeking a Pavement Engineer to support and lead pavement management and rehabilitation design projects for municipal, county, airport, and private-sector clients nationwide. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys data-driven analysis, practical rehabilitation design, and hands-on involvement in pavement evaluation and management programs. Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering with minimum of five years of pavement engineering experience. (Note: Master of Science degree in civil engineering with pavement/materials emphasis preferred.)
The Pavement Engineer will contribute to high-quality pavement management programs, develop rehabilitation strategies, perform forensic evaluations, support business development efforts, and help clients make informed, cost-effective decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Pavement Management:
• Conduct and support pavement management programs, including PCI surveys, network-level condition assessments, and QA/QC of collected data.
• Develop multi-year capital improvement plans aligned with client budgets and performance goals.
• Analyze pavement performance trends and deterioration models to recommend maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.
• Use pavement management systems such as StreetSaver, PAVER, or similar tools to model scenarios and optimize treatment timing.
• Integrate GIS-based data visualization and spatial analysis into planning and reporting.
Rehabilitation & Preservation Design:
• Develop project-level rehabilitation designs including overlays, mill-and-fill strategies, structural strengthening, and surface treatments.
• Evaluate materials, traffic loading, and environmental conditions to select appropriate treatments and design thicknesses.
• Prepare practical recommendations that balance performance, constructability, and life-cycle cost.
• Support clients in implementing preservation programs that extend pavement life and reduce long-term costs.
Pavement Evaluation & Forensics:
• Participate in and occasionally lead field investigations including distress surveys, coring, FWD testing, GPR interpretation, and materials sampling.
• Apply back-calculation of pavement layer moduli to interpret FWD data and support structural capacity evaluations.
• Diagnose pavement distresses and contribute to the development of implementable, cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare clear engineering reports that communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non technical audiences.
Data Analytics, Programming & GIS:
• Use Python to automate data processing, analyze pavement condition datasets, and support modeling workflows.
• Develop scripts or tools that improve efficiency in pavement management reporting, QA/QC, or rehabilitation design analysis.
• Utilize ArcGIS for spatial analysis, mapping, and integration of pavement condition, traffic, and asset data.
• Support the development of GIS-based dashboards, maps, and visualizations for client deliverables.
Business Development & Client Engagement:
• Support QES’s growth by identifying opportunities within existing pavement management and rehabilitation programs.
• Assist in preparing proposals, scopes of work, and technical content for statements of qualifications.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and high-quality deliverables.
• Represent QES at industry events, client meetings, and professional conferences to strengthen visibility and credibility.
Project Delivery & Team Collaboration:
• Contribute as a technical lead or key team member on pavement projects, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with peer group of senior engineers and project managers to support project planning and execution.
• Mentor junior staff in pavement evaluation, data collection, design methodologies, and analytical tools.
• Support QES’s culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and practical engineering excellence.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of pavement engineering experience, OR a master’s degree with a pavement/materials emphasis.
• Strong understanding of pavement management principles, rehabilitation design, and pavement evaluation methods.
• Experience with PCI surveys, pavement management systems, and rehabilitation strategy development.
• Familiarity with pavement design methods (AASHTO, MEPDG, FAA) and materials characterization.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, automation, or modeling tasks.
• Experience with ArcGIS for mapping, spatial analysis, and data visualization.
• Proficiency with StreetSaver, PAVER, Pavement ME, or similar tools.
• Experience with municipal pavement management programs, DOT rehabilitation projects, or airport pavement systems.
• Experience supporting business development or proposal preparation.
Work Environment:
• Combination of remote, field, and occasional travel depending on project needs.
• Ability to perform fieldwork including pavement surveys, coring oversight, and construction observation.
Anticipated Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year.
ABOUT QES: QES is an engineering and construction inspection firm offering a full range of pavement engineering services. Founded in 1997, QES has built a first-rate reputation providing solutions to challenges in the pavement and transportation field using the latest proven engineering technology on pavement projects throughout North America.
QES is proud to offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision benefits, and a 401(k) plan. We provide a generous paid time off package and encourage flexibility to promote a healthy work life balance.
QES is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace, including Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, union affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, employable physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, immigration status, or any other basis protected by all applicable laws.
The Pavement Engineer will contribute to high-quality pavement management programs, develop rehabilitation strategies, perform forensic evaluations, support business development efforts, and help clients make informed, cost-effective decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Pavement Management:
• Conduct and support pavement management programs, including PCI surveys, network-level condition assessments, and QA/QC of collected data.
• Develop multi-year capital improvement plans aligned with client budgets and performance goals.
• Analyze pavement performance trends and deterioration models to recommend maintenance and rehabilitation strategies.
• Use pavement management systems such as StreetSaver, PAVER, or similar tools to model scenarios and optimize treatment timing.
• Integrate GIS-based data visualization and spatial analysis into planning and reporting.
Rehabilitation & Preservation Design:
• Develop project-level rehabilitation designs including overlays, mill-and-fill strategies, structural strengthening, and surface treatments.
• Evaluate materials, traffic loading, and environmental conditions to select appropriate treatments and design thicknesses.
• Prepare practical recommendations that balance performance, constructability, and life-cycle cost.
• Support clients in implementing preservation programs that extend pavement life and reduce long-term costs.
Pavement Evaluation & Forensics:
• Participate in and occasionally lead field investigations including distress surveys, coring, FWD testing, GPR interpretation, and materials sampling.
• Apply back-calculation of pavement layer moduli to interpret FWD data and support structural capacity evaluations.
• Diagnose pavement distresses and contribute to the development of implementable, cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare clear engineering reports that communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non technical audiences.
Data Analytics, Programming & GIS:
• Use Python to automate data processing, analyze pavement condition datasets, and support modeling workflows.
• Develop scripts or tools that improve efficiency in pavement management reporting, QA/QC, or rehabilitation design analysis.
• Utilize ArcGIS for spatial analysis, mapping, and integration of pavement condition, traffic, and asset data.
• Support the development of GIS-based dashboards, maps, and visualizations for client deliverables.
Business Development & Client Engagement:
• Support QES’s growth by identifying opportunities within existing pavement management and rehabilitation programs.
• Assist in preparing proposals, scopes of work, and technical content for statements of qualifications.
• Build strong client relationships through responsive communication and high-quality deliverables.
• Represent QES at industry events, client meetings, and professional conferences to strengthen visibility and credibility.
Project Delivery & Team Collaboration:
• Contribute as a technical lead or key team member on pavement projects, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with peer group of senior engineers and project managers to support project planning and execution.
• Mentor junior staff in pavement evaluation, data collection, design methodologies, and analytical tools.
• Support QES’s culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and practical engineering excellence.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of pavement engineering experience, OR a master’s degree with a pavement/materials emphasis.
• Strong understanding of pavement management principles, rehabilitation design, and pavement evaluation methods.
• Experience with PCI surveys, pavement management systems, and rehabilitation strategy development.
• Familiarity with pavement design methods (AASHTO, MEPDG, FAA) and materials characterization.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, automation, or modeling tasks.
• Experience with ArcGIS for mapping, spatial analysis, and data visualization.
• Proficiency with StreetSaver, PAVER, Pavement ME, or similar tools.
• Experience with municipal pavement management programs, DOT rehabilitation projects, or airport pavement systems.
• Experience supporting business development or proposal preparation.
Work Environment:
• Combination of remote, field, and occasional travel depending on project needs.
• Ability to perform fieldwork including pavement surveys, coring oversight, and construction observation.
Anticipated Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year.
ABOUT QES: QES is an engineering and construction inspection firm offering a full range of pavement engineering services. Founded in 1997, QES has built a first-rate reputation providing solutions to challenges in the pavement and transportation field using the latest proven engineering technology on pavement projects throughout North America.
QES is proud to offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision benefits, and a 401(k) plan. We provide a generous paid time off package and encourage flexibility to promote a healthy work life balance.
QES is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace, including Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, union affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, employable physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, immigration status, or any other basis protected by all applicable laws.
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