Senior Design Engineer

InSite Engineering, LLC; Allendale (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

InSite Engineering is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in New Jersey to lead technical design across diverse land development projects. You’ll oversee design execution, coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies, and mentor junior staff to ensure high-quality deliverables.

You’ll apply Civil 3D/AutoCAD expertise, develop plans and reports, and help manage project scheduling, budgeting, and client communications while ensuring regulatory compliance and timely completions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college.
• 5+ years of civil engineering experience with land development design.
• Professional Engineer license or pursuing licensure with ability to obtain soon.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of land development, grading, stormwater, utilities, and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and development of land development projects.
• Prepare grading, drainage, utility, roadway, and stormwater designs.
• Develop engineering plans, calculations, and construction documents (Civil 3D/AutoCAD).
• Coordinate with clients, architects, attorneys, surveyors, contractors and consultants.
• Prepare reports, permit applications, and analyses for approvals.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
• Ensure project quality and meet deadlines.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Client coordination

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Wall Township, NJ | Allendale, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 2-4 Years

About InSite Engineering InSite Engineering is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing civil engineering, surveying, planning, environmental permitting, and landscape architecture services throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. We are committed to delivering innovative, practical solutions while fostering a collaborative environment where employees can continue to grow professionally.

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Wall Township, NJ | Allendale, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 2-4 Years

About InSite Engineering InSite Engineering is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing civil engineering, surveying, planning, environmental permitting, and landscape architecture services throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. We are committed to delivering innovative, practical solutions while fostering a collaborative environment where employees can continue to grow professionally.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in leading the technical design and execution of a wide variety of land development projects. Working closely with Project Managers and firm leadership, you'll oversee project design, mentor junior staff, coordinate with clients and regulatory agencies, and help ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

What You'll Do

• Lead the technical design and development of residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use land development projects
• Prepare and oversee grading, drainage, utility, roadway, stormwater management, and erosion control designs
• Develop and review engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and construction documents using Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD
• Coordinate project design with clients, architects, attorneys, surveyors, contractors, and other consultants
• Prepare technical reports, permit applications, engineering analyses, and supporting documentation for local, county, and state approvals
• Research and interpret zoning ordinances, land development regulations, and permitting requirements to ensure project compliance
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction observations as needed
• Provide technical oversight and quality control throughout all phases of project development
• Mentor and support junior engineers by reviewing work, providing technical guidance, and fostering professional development
• Assist Project Managers with project scheduling, budgeting, workload planning, and client communication
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining exceptional quality and meeting project deadlines

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited college or university
• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land development design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or actively pursuing licensure with the ability to obtain it in the near future
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of land development engineering, grading, stormwater management, utilities, roadway design, and site permitting
• Thorough knowledge of municipal, county, state, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Experience preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, cost estimates, and permit applications
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a commitment to outstanding client service

Benefits

Why Join InSite Engineering?

At InSite, you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects while continuing to develop your technical and professional skills. We encourage collaboration, mentorship, and career advancement, giving our team members the support and resources they need to build long-term, rewarding careers.