Description

Concrete Technologist – Universal Matter Inc. 

About Universal Matter Inc. 

Universal Matter Inc. is an advanced materials company pioneering the development and commercialization of sustainable, high-performance carbon-based materials, including our breakthrough graphene product: Genable™ (Graphene-Based Additives for Concrete and Composite Applications). Our mission is to deliver transformative materials that elevate performance, durability, and sustainability across industries—including concrete, asphalt, polymers, and more.

We are expanding our technical team to support growing demand for graphene-enhanced concrete solutions, materials testing, and field performance evaluation.

Position Overview
The Concrete Technologist at Universal Matter Inc. plays a key role in supporting the testing, validation, and field performance monitoring of concrete mixes enhanced with Universal Matter graphene products. This position includes hands-on laboratory work, field sampling, QA/QC testing, and data reporting to help optimize mix designs and demonstrate product performance to clients and partners.

This role supports R&D, technical services, and commercial teams as they develop and scale next generation concrete materials.

 Key Responsibilities 

• Laboratory Testing & Analysis
  Assist with mix design development, performance optimization, and material characterization.
• Prepare and test concrete batches, materials and additives– cement, sand, aggregates, admixtures, according to ASTM/CSA standards.
• Perform various performance testing of graphene-enhanced concrete including but not limited to- fresh properties (slump, air, temperature. weight, density), sample casting, demolding and curing, compressive strength tests and other mechanical evaluations, durability (shrinkage, RCPT, Bulk resistivity).   
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe laboratory facilities and equipment.

Quality Control & Technical Compliance

• Ensure testing follows ASTM, CSA, ACI, MTO, and DOT standards as applicable.
• Verify equipment calibration and document quality assurance procedures.
• Identify and report non-conformities or unusual material behavior.

Documentation, Reporting & Data Management

• Prepare technical reports and data summaries for internal use and customer deliverables.
• Maintain detailed logs of sample history, batch details, and testing conditions.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists and commercialization teams by providing clear, well documented results.

Field Testing & Trials Support

• Conduct on-site sampling and testing of concrete mixes incorporating Universal Matter additives.
• Support field demonstrations, batching trials, and customer pilot pours.
• Document mix behavior, placement characteristics, finishing, and early-age performance.
• Ensure accurate collection and labeling of test specimens for transport to the lab.

Product & Customer Support

• Assist with training partners, contractors, and ready-mix producers on handling and usage of Universal Matter products.
• Participate in troubleshooting and performance investigations at customer sites.
• Provide field feedback to help refine product instructions and best-practice guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Technical diploma in Construction Materials, Civil Technology, or similar preferred.
• Experience with ASTM/CSA concrete testing procedures and certification processes.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I or equivalent certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months).
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs and work on active construction and trial sites.
• Strong data recording, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with concrete QC/QA, ready-mix operations, or materials testing laboratories.
• Familiarity with advanced concrete technologies (e.g., additives, admixtures, SCMs, nanomaterials).
• Additional certifications (ACI Strength Testing, Aggregate Testing, CSA certifications).
• Experience working with R&D or product development teams.

Work Environment

• Combination of laboratory work, field testing, and customer site visits.
• Occasional travel for demos, trials, and partner support.
• Exposure to construction environments, weather, machinery, and materials handling.

Why Join Universal Matter Inc.?

• Work with breakthrough carbon-based materials that redefine performance and sustainability.
• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing, innovation-driven team.
• Hands-on involvement in real-world trials and commercialization initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Chance to directly impact the future of sustainable construction materials.

cherylvl@universalmatter.com          www.universalmatter.com