Entry-Level Staff Engineer – Municipal Infrastructure & Growth

Socket.dev; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) in Wall Township, NJ is seeking a Staff Engineer to join the Municipal Services Department. This entry-level civil engineering role focuses on planning and design of municipal infrastructure projects, permits, and construction support, offering a long-term career path within a growing firm.

FPA is known for its strong culture and commitment to professional growth. You will collaborate across disciplines, perform design calculations, and contribute to meaningful

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• EIT certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 0–2 years of experience in municipal, civil/site, transportation, or infrastructure engineering.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office Suite, and engineering design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while managing multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, design, and preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Perform engineering calculations related to grading, stormwater management, drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and roadway design.
• Prepare permit applications and coordinate with local, county, state, and regulatory agencies.
• Support project managers in project delivery, scheduling, budgeting, and client communications.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and construction observations as needed.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software to prepare design documents.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and grant applications.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines including environmental, transportation, geotechnical, landscape architecture, and water resources teams.
• Review contractor submittals, respond to requests for information (RFIs), and support construction administration activities.
• Participate in client meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder coordination efforts.

Skills

Team collaboration

Multi-task management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MS Office

Job description

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) in Wall Township, NJ is seeking a Staff Engineer to join the Municipal Services Department. This entry-level civil engineering role focuses on planning and design of municipal infrastructure projects, permits, and construction support, offering a long-term career path within a growing firm.

FPA is known for its strong culture and commitment to professional growth. You will collaborate across disciplines, perform design calculations, and contribute to meaningful