Engineer III – Transportation (Utilities)

HNTB; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineer III for Transportation Utilities to lead utility engineering processes for highway infrastructure projects. This role involves collaborating with project managers and utility owners, applying engineering techniques, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in utility systems, relevant design standards, and experience with tools like MicroStation and ProjectWise. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and effective communication, and make a significant impact on critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 4 years of relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of NJDOT policies and utility systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility as-built record collection and cataloguing.
• Prepare utility construction plans and specifications.

Skills

Utility systems knowledge

Project management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Responsible for executing the NJDOT Utility Engineering process or similar for highway infrastructure projects. Works with the Project Manager, design team, utility owner representatives, and clients. Applies engineering techniques, procedures, and standards to projects throughout various phases. May mentor junior staff.

What You’ll Do

1. Lead utility as-built record collection and cataloguing.
2. Develop utility base plans by reconciling sources.
3. Coordinate subsurface utility engineering investigations.
4. Perform conflict analysis on proposed designs.
5. Create and update conflict matrices per TRB best practices.
6. Identify strategies to avoid utility relocations; prepare checklists and alternatives when relocations are unavoidable.
7. Negotiate proposed relocations with utility owners.
8. Prepare utility construction plans, specifications, quantities, and client documents.
9. Review utility owner estimates and supporting documents for reimbursement.
10. Develop utility risk assessment plans and contribute to project schedules and risk registers.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering + 4 years relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree + 3 years, or
• PhD + 2 years.

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge of utility systems and NJDOT policies.
• Understanding of relevant design manuals and standards.
• Experience with MicroStation, ProjectWise, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage time, forecast needs, and communicate effectively.

Preferred

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Additional Information

Locations: Cherry Hill, NJ; Parsippany, NJ; Princeton, NJ.

Note: No visa sponsorship; HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters.