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M&J Engineering

Multi-discipline engineering and environmental consulting

Materials Inspector

Full-TimeDeadline 3/18/27
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Fairfax, VA, USA
In Person
Manufacturing Quality & TestInspection & Test
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 3–7 years of experience in materials inspection or materials testing.
  • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I certification.
  • Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Certification.
Responsibilities
  • Perform field sampling and testing of construction materials including soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete.
  • Conduct density testing, compaction testing, and materials sampling in accordance with the VDOT Materials Manual of Instructions (MOI).
  • Document materials testing results and maintain testing records.
  • Coordinate materials testing with project inspection staff and contractor personnel.
  • Verify materials incorporated into the project meet VDOT specifications and material acceptance requirements.
  • Maintain calibration and operation of testing equipment including nuclear density gauges.
  • Assist with documentation of test results for project records and pay estimate verification.
Desired Qualifications
  • NICET Level II or III certification in Construction Materials Testing.
  • VDOT Soils and Aggregate Compaction Certification.
  • VDOT Asphalt Field Level I Certification.
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Training.

About the company

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. provides multi-discipline consulting engineering services for federal, state, and local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers, and contractors, covering engineering, environmental, construction, and technology work from offices nationwide. Teams with varied specialties are formed to plan, design, analyze, and manage projects through all phases—from feasibility and regulatory compliance to construction support and implementation. The firm differentiates itself by offering an integrated set of services across multiple disciplines under one roof, backed by a nationwide network of offices to support diverse client needs. Its goal is to help clients complete projects that meet regulatory requirements and deliver practical, coordinated engineering and related services.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$1.2M

Headquarters

Town of North Hempstead, New York

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • September 2026 homepage highlights Hunts Point, Metro-North Penn Station Access, and Kew Gardens.
  • May 2026 hire Justin Beaird brought 25-plus years TxDOT expertise across 70-plus projects.
  • 2026 news shows recruiting momentum: interns, CCM certifications, and director appointments.

What critics are saying

  • Public infrastructure dependence ties M&J to DOT and transit budget delays through 2027.
  • New Texas and Massachusetts offices need booked backlog; weak hiring execution stalls expansion.
  • Project-specific awards can mask thin margins; one delayed bridge job hurts utilization quickly.

What makes M&J Engineering unique

  • M&J Engineering delivers planning-to-construction public infrastructure work across transportation, bridges, and stormwater.
  • 2026 leadership added Texas Area Manager Justin Beaird and Massachusetts Area Manager Thomas Ritchie.
  • The firm won 2026 awards for Devon Bridge, Red Hook resilience, and ACEC Connecticut.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-60%

1 year growth

39%

2 year growth

0%