Highway & Traffic Project Engineer

French & Parrello; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP & Wellness

Tuition Reimbursement

Training & Development

Company events

PTO

Transit/Parking program

Summer hours

Employee discounts

Corporate events

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) seeks a Project Engineer for the Highway/Traffic group in Newark, NJ, or Wall, NJ. You will prepare roadway design plans, specs, and cost estimates, and coordinate with civil/site, traffic, structural, and environmental teams to deliver projects on time.

The role requires 4–8 years of highway design experience, a NJ PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 4–8 years of progressive highway/roadway design experience.
• PE license in New Jersey or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience on county/municipal projects, including state/federal funding.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation; OpenRoads a plus.
• Strong knowledge of AASHTO and NJDOT roadway design standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee roadway and highway design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform geometric design, grading, drainage coordination, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines including civil/site, traffic, structural, environmental, and utility teams.
• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Serve as a technical resource for junior engineers and designers.
• Attend client meetings and coordinate with public agencies including state agencies, counties, and municipalities.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal design standards and procedures.
• Support proposal preparation and business development efforts as needed

Skills

Highway design

Project management

Communication skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads

NJDOT standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) seeks a Project Engineer for the Highway/Traffic group in Newark, NJ, or Wall, NJ. You will prepare roadway design plans, specs, and cost estimates, and coordinate with civil/site, traffic, structural, and environmental teams to deliver projects on time.

The role requires 4–8 years of highway design experience, a NJ PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months), and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation.