Highway & Traffic Project Engineer — Employee-Owned Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/FSA/DCFSA

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Highway & Traffic Department in Wall or Newark, NJ. This role offers growth through design to construction responsibilities and a path toward leadership on transportation projects.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Civil Engineering, 4–8 years of highway/roadway design, NJ PE license, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation, with strong communication and project coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 4–8 years of progressive highway/roadway design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of New Jersey.
• Experience on county and/or municipal projects, incl. 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.

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/roadway design experience

Project coordination

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in NJ

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Job description

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Highway & Traffic Department in Wall or Newark, NJ. This role offers growth through design to construction responsibilities and a path toward leadership on transportation projects.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Civil Engineering, 4–8 years of highway/roadway design, NJ PE license, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation, with strong communication and project coordination skills.