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TERRACON

Pavement Engineering Lead

Austin, TX

$101K - $133K/yr

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Pavement Engineer to lead and deliver innovative ... Evaluate complex laboratory and field data (e.g., FWD/HWD, GPR, coring, DCP, LWD) for analysis ...

Continental Resources

Petrophysicist

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

To that end, the employee will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of geologists, engineers ... Basic MWD/LWD Acquisition, Operations and Interpretation Principles. * Fundamentals of Data Loading ...

Halliburton

Experience with Measurement While Drilling (MWD) and Logging While Drilling (LWD) technologies. * Experience in tool preparations, data acquisition, log generation and Quality Control (QC) and ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for lwd engineer in the United States is $95,513.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an LWD Engineer on a drilling site?

As an LWD Engineer, your daily responsibilities include overseeing the setup and operation of logging tools, collecting and interpreting real-time formation data, and ensuring that drilling parameters are optimized for efficient and safe operations. You will frequently collaborate with drilling supervisors, directional drillers, and geologists to provide critical data that influences drilling decisions. Additionally, you’ll troubleshoot technical issues with equipment, generate detailed reports, and maintain close communication with both on-site and remote teams. The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring quick thinking and adaptability to changing downhole conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Lwd Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an LWD Engineer (Logging While Drilling Engineer), you need a solid background in petroleum engineering, geoscience, or a related field, paired with experience in drilling operations and well logging. Proficiency in using LWD tools, data acquisition software, and certifications like IWCF or Well Control are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication are highly valued soft skills in this role. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring accurate real-time data delivery, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating efficiently with drilling teams in challenging environments.

What is an LWD Engineer job?

A Logging While Drilling (LWD) Engineer is responsible for collecting real-time downhole data during drilling operations. They operate specialized tools to measure formation properties, aiding in well placement and optimization. LWD Engineers work closely with drilling teams to ensure efficient and safe operations by providing critical data on well conditions. This role requires expertise in data interpretation, tool maintenance, and troubleshooting in high-pressure environments.

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Pavement Engineering Lead

Pavement Engineering Lead

TERRACON

Austin, TX

$101K - $133K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 112 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 57 rated business consultants

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Pavement Engineer to lead and deliver innovative pavement design, evaluation, and asset management solutions for various industry sectors. The ideal candidate may have a proven track record in technical leadership, project management, and experience with any of these agencies: public works, state highway, toll authorities, aviation, and or industrial sectors. Your job will be to assist in leading the Transtec Group pavement engineering team on pavement design, evaluation, testing, and other related pavement engineering work. You will provide pavement engineering and consulting services for a variety of projects and clients. You will lead a team of 5 engineers that will specialize in field geotechnical and pavement evaluations, engineering analysis, calculations, recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, and the writing, preparation, and review of reports. This will also include review of project plans and specifications to ensure compliance with pavement design recommendations. You will be responsible for preparing proposals and cost estimates, tracking and evaluating project progress, budgets, and recommending changes. The selected candidate must apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located.From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

  • Minimum 8-11 years' experience.

  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Certification:

  • Master's degree in civil engineering preferred (not required)

  • Minimum 10 years' experience and 5 or more years in pavement design.

  • Demonstrated expertise in concrete and asphalt pavement design, forensic evaluation, and innovative rehabilitation systems.

  • Strong communication, leadership, and client interaction skills.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration.

  • Knowledge using AASHTOWare Pavement Software.

  • Knowledge using TxDOT Pavement Engineering Software.

  • Serve as Lead Designer or Engineer of Record (EOR) for pavement design projects.

  • Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrating safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.

  • Maintain quality standards on all projects.

  • Career level, fully competent engineering professional with responsibility for managing detailed phases of projects with moderate to large size and complexity (up to $10 million).

  • Lead pavement design and evaluation for roadway construction and rehabilitation projects, including design-build and P3 initiatives.

  • Oversee pavement field investigations, field testing (FWD, GPR, coring), and data analysis for pavement condition assessments.

  • Manage multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate with clients, contractors, and agencies to deliver high-profile projects.

  • Prepare/supervise proposals and reports for small to large projects of varying complexity.

  • Evaluate complex laboratory and field data (e.g., FWD/HWD, GPR, coring, DCP, LWD) for analysis, interpretation and inclusion in reports.

  • Serve as a technical adviser to mid-level and junior-level project team members, and perform quality control review of proposals written by others.

  • Interact directly with clients and project teams on developing scope of services, communicating project progress and findings and recommendations.

  • Prepare technical reports, design guidelines, and presentations for clients and industry conferences.

  • Support asset management, life cycle cost analysis, and pavement management system implementation.

  • Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time to project sites and meetings.

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