Project Engineer

Middlesex Water Company; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 77,204 - 115,805; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401k

Job summary

Middlesex Water Company in Port Reading, NJ seeks a skilled civil/chemical engineer to provide technical engineering support and project management across the company. You will oversee projects from planning through construction, ensuring alignment with company specs and interests.

The role requires 4–5 years in water utility planning, design and construction, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and ArcGIS.

Qualifications

• BSCE or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineers license NJ preferred or the ability to obtain.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Computer PC experience including MS Office MS Project and ArcGIS.
• Good problem solving ability and analytical skills.
• Project management experience including oversight of outside consultants and contractors 4-5 years progressively responsible experience in water utility planning design and construction including project management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support and project management for Company projects as directed.
• Oversee assigned projects from planning through completion per scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop engineering standards for water and wastewater systems expansion and betterments.
• Prepare and review the Capital Program planning and project estimates.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

BSCE or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

ArcGIS

Job description

Are we RIGHT for you The word RIGHT stands for what we VALUE Respect Invest Growth Honesty and Teamwork Why join our team Middlesex Water Company NASDAQMSEX has been an industry leader since 1897 We promote professional and personal development in a work environment that is supportive and responsive We understand the importance of our services and the individuals who uphold our reputation Joining our team means that you have a multitude of benefits that support you in and out of the workplace such as full medical dental and vision benefits 401k paid time off tuition assistance learning and development opportunities employee assistance program and more

Job Summary

Provides technical engineering support project management to all areas of the Company as needed and directed by the Director of Engineering Manages identified projects within the Department and regular system improvement to overall utility plant Provides required project management and oversight to assure design and construction are to Company specifications and interests Provides leadership oversight and technical support to workgroup personnel for the successful operation and betterment of the program group Responsible for the overall management coordination and completion of necessary work for assigned projects Where assigned provides supervision of employee Work Performed Using prescribed methods established standards and engineering experience schedules and performs necessary engineering work to successfully complete assigned tasks and projects Investigates and recommends courses of action for approval and completes work from general objectives and assignments Specific areas of work include PlanningAssists in the preparation review and administration of the 5 year capital program including individual project estimates and forecastsProvides assistance and support for the scheduling of the Companys system betterment programs2 Service Area Growth and System Development Provides support to the development of engineering standards and for WaterWastewater systems betterments and expansion Reviews plant and distribution and collection systems and stakeolder needs industry best practices to provide appropriate evaluations and recommendations for project preliminary evaluations PE defining project definition scope and justifcationProvides support to Company programs including Capital Program Asset Management municipal improvement project coordination and developer growth3 Technical Engineering Services Provides engineering analysis calculations design and permitting for tasks as needed in the support of the Engineering Department The work can be related to site development distributioncollection systems water and wastewater treatment fluid mechanics hydraulics structural analysis material design and hydrogeologyAbility to develop successful pragmatic solutions to problems satisfying multiple requirements from multiple technical operational customer perspectivesWrites technical engineering memorandums summaries reports and provides recommendations for use in communicating analysis performed to othersAssists with the selection and procurement of materials and construction work through the preparation of engineering plans and writing of specification clauses and requirements including but not limited to the Annual Base Specifications package4 Engineering Support and Project Delivery and Management Provides engineering support and project management on varied projects throughout the Company including Overall Project Manager responsibilities for assigned projects This includes responsibilities for managing project activities associated with a project for the successful completion while considering requirements and goals for scope of work budget and scheduleProject engineering of engineering projects including planning design andor construction inspection and management as needed The types of projects include pipe work buildings and pump stations storage reservoirs and tanks and treatment plantsPreparation and submittal of periodic studies and reports as neededAssists with the selection and coordination with consulting engineering work as requireProvides assistance with the bidding and contract administration of construction contractsProvides necessary field oversight of construction either directly or through engineering consultants and necessary reporting including completion recordsIs familiar with or capable to learn Oracle Work and Asset Management system software to initiate track and complete project work and purchase ordersUtilize appropriate software for the efficient and effective implementation of Engineering Support and Project Management duties This includes Word Excel MS Project ArcGIS Oracle WAM and other software systemsIs familiar with or capable to be fluent with ArcGIS software for project research and report preparation as neededIs familiar with or capable to learn hydraulic modeling and other technical support software for project research and report preparation as needed5 Technology Utilize appropriate software for the efficient and effective implementation of Engineering Support and Project Management duties This includes Word Excel MS Project ArcGIS Oracle WAM and other software systemsIs familiar with or capable to be fluent with ArcGIS software for project research and report preparation as neededIs familiar with or capable to learn hydraulic modeling and other technical support software for project research and report preparation as needed6 Miscellaneous Provide back up for department personnel including the Engineering Technician Engineers and Director of EngineeringTake direction from the Senior Engineers and Director of EngineeringRepresent the Engineering Department as a Subject Matter Expert as required in internal groupcommittee meetingsRepresents the Company at professional and industry meetingsPerforms other duties as may be required by Department needsCoordinates projects with Construction Inspectors and Operational DepartmentsEssential Functions Manage multiple activities and issues towards successful completion of assignmentsprojects in accordance with scope schedule and budget and SOPsCapability to interpret needs and make decisions consistent with and based on company general guidelines objectives and policiesDemonstrated ability for technical writing for concise and presentable materials reports and presentationsAbility to read and interpret submissions and edit engineering plans and specificationsProblem solving ability to take concept ideas developing designs for solutions and project plansDemonstrated ability to provide direction andor supervision to subordinates vendorscontractors peers to accomplish stated objectivesAble to interact communicate and represent the Company with coworkers customers peers stakeholders contractors and officials towards successful resultsManage projects of moderate to average complexityProject Management Capability for all aspects of the projectPhysical capability for light liftingAbility to climb and access construction work sites construction excavations concrete vaults scaffolding

Qualifications

BSCE or equivalent from an accredited universityProfessional Engineers license NJ preferred or the ability to obtain;Valid NJ Drivers license requiredGood written and oral communication skillsGood organization skillsComputer PC experience including MS Office MS Project and ArcGISGood problem solving ability and analytical skillsProject management experience including oversight of outside consultants and contractors4 5 years progressively responsible experience in water utility planning design and construction including project management

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range 77204 115805 annually based on experience and qualifications Total Rewards Package Includes Medical dental & vision coverage effective first of the month after hire 401k with company match Company paid life and disability insurance Paid time off and 12 paid holidays Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities ADAPhysical Requirements Pay Transparency This job posting complies with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law effective June 1 2025 which requires employers to disclose salary ranges benefits and other compensation in job advertisements

Physical Requirements

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment including computers phones photocopiers scanners and filing cabinets While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit talk and hear and must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form The employee is frequently required to stand walk use hands to handle or feel reach with hands and arms and move about inside the office to access files office machinery and other work materials This position requires constant operation of a computer and other office equipment such as printers copiers calculators and telephones The employee must have the ability to visually inspect and review hard copy and electronic documents Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50 of the time and occasionally lift andor move up to 25 pounds Use of written verbal and auditory communication and information sources is required to perform job duties effectively Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Work Authorization & Pre Employment Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States All candidates must successfully pass a drug screen pre employment physical background check and possess a valid drivers license in good standing if required for the position Commercial Drivers License CDL Positions For positions requiring a Commercial Drivers License CDL the use of marijuana including medical marijuana or any controlled substances whether prescribed or otherwise is strictly prohibited under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration FMCSA regulations of the US Department of Transportation DOT Such use is a violation of federal law and will disqualify candidates from CDL required positions

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middlesex Water Company and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law