Bridge Project Engineer — Growth & Impact in NJ

Socket.dev; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) in Wall Township, NJ is seeking a Project Engineer - Structural (Bridge) to support design and delivery of transportation infrastructure across New Jersey, including bridges and rehabilitation projects. You will work with experienced engineers in a multidisciplinary team from preliminary design through construction support.

The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree, 5–8 years of bridge design experience, and a PE license, with proficiency in LEAP,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in bridge design and structural engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with bridge analysis and design software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and NJDOT design procedures preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.
• Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for bridge and transportation-related structures, including new construction, rehabilitation, and replacement projects
• Prepare engineering calculations, design plans, technical reports, specifications, and other project documentation
• Develop structural models and perform analysis using bridge design software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or similar programs
• Assist with bridge load rating analyses and structural evaluations
• Support project delivery efforts by coordinating design activities, tracking project requirements, and assisting with schedules and deliverables
• Collaborate with roadway, geotechnical, hydraulic, environmental, and construction engineering teams to support integrated project solutions
• Apply AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, NJDOT standards, and applicable local agency requirements to engineering designs
• Participate in field visits, bridge inspections, and data collection activities to support design and construction assignments
• Review design documents for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project requirements
• Assist senior engineers with technical guidance, mentoring of junior staff, and development of engineering solutions
• Support proposal preparation, cost estimating, and other business development activities as needed

Skills

Bridge design software

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PE license

Structural analysis

NJDOT standards

AASHTO LRFD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

LEAP Bridge

LARSA

MIDAS

CSiBridge

STAAD

Job description

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) in Wall Township, NJ is seeking a Project Engineer - Structural (Bridge) to support design and delivery of transportation infrastructure across New Jersey, including bridges and rehabilitation projects. You will work with experienced engineers in a multidisciplinary team from preliminary design through construction support.

The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree, 5–8 years of bridge design experience, and a PE license, with proficiency in LEAP,