Senior Highway Engineer

KS Engineers, P.C.; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

KS Engineers, P.C. is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer (PE) in Newark, NJ. The role involves leading highway design from concept to construction support, reviewing complex roadway projects, and coordinating with public agencies.

The ideal candidate has a New Jersey/New York PE license, 10+ years of highway experience, and proficiency with Civil 3D, MicroStation, and related tools. Hybrid work arrangement with client meetings and occasional field visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey and/or New York is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive highway engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience with NJDOT, NYSDOT, and NYCDOT standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee highway projects from initial to final design and construction support.
• Review highway and roadway designs including bridges and culverts.
• Address roadway geometry, alignments, super elevation, cross sections, and traffic signing/MPT.
• Develop highway plans including grading, drainage, and utilities coordination.
• Prepare calculations, reports, specs, quantity estimates, and cost estimates.
• Create construction plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D; conduct field investigations.

Skills

PE license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

HydroCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

Description

KSE is a mid-size construction management and engineering design firm ranking in the ENR Top 100 for CM and ENR Top 500 for design services. With seven offices across four states (NY, NJ, PA and CT), the firm has been providing civil/site, structural, surveying, transportation, and construction management services for public infrastructure projects for more than three and a half decades. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position

Senior Highway Engineer (PE)

Reports to

Department Manager – Civil

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee highway engineering projects from initial design through final design and construction support.
• Review highway and roadway engineering designs, including bridge and culvert projects.
• Responsibilities include roadway geometry, horizontal and vertical alignments, super elevation, cross sections, profiles, traffic signing and pavement markings, and maintenance and protection of traffic (MPT).
• Develop a full set of highway plans to include grading, drainage and stormwater management, utility coordination, soil erosion and sediment control.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, quantity estimates, and construction cost estimates.
• Preparation of construction plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey and/or New York is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive highway engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience with the standards, specifications, and procedures of agencies such as NJDOT, NYSDOT, and NYCDOT.

Candidates licensed in another state must be able to obtain reciprocity in NJ/NY within a reasonable timeframe.

Preferred Software Experience

• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• MicroStation (a plus, not required)
• HEC-RAS (a plus, not required)
• HydroCAD (a plus, not required)
• Bluebeam
• Microsoft Project

Work Arrangement

• Newark, NJ office location.
• Hybrid flexibility (if applicable).
• Occasional field visits and client meetings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods (often 6–8 hours a day).
• Maintaining posture while working at a computer.
• Short periods of standing or walking within the office (to printers, meeting rooms, etc.).

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 – $150,000. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, location, education, and operational needs. The stated range does not include bonuses, incentives, other forms of compensation, or employee benefits. KS Engineers is willing to consider compensation above the stated range for exceptionally qualified candidates, depending on their experience, qualifications, and overall suitability for the position.

Job Type

Full-time

Salary Description

$140,000 – $150,000 annually

EEO Statement

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.