Asphalt Development Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview :

Paragon Technical Services is seeking a senior-level Asphalt Development Engineer to provide technical leadership for research-driven mix design and pavement performance initiatives. This role is designed for an experienced engineer who thrives in applied research, understands the realities of field performance, and can translate strategic technical direction into well-executed research programs.

This position is research and development focused, supporting Ergon's Pavement & Coating Resources business through structured research, performance evaluation, and innovation in asphalt mixture design. The successful candidate will organize, execute, and manage research projects with responsibility for structuring research approaches and methodologies, while helping shape the technical roadmap for future mix design and performance efforts.

Key Responsibilities :

• Organize, plan, and execute asphalt mix design research projects as directed by technical leadership.
• Lead laboratory-based research focused on asphalt mixture performance, durability, and constructability.
• Serve as a primary technical contributor for balanced mix design (BMD) development, evaluation, and implementation.
• Adapt research focus areas over time based on field feedback, Innovation Council guidance, and emerging performance needs.
• Support both near-term and longer-term strategic research initiatives.

Technical Expertise & Analysis

Collaboration & Internal Support

Documentation, Knowledge Sharing & Development

Laboratory & Safety Oversight

Qualifications

Why Paragon?

At Paragon Technical Services, research is not academic - it directly influences the performance of pavements across the country. This role offers a rare opportunity to :

Here, engineering judgment, scientific rigor, and practical impact come together.

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