Senior Project Engineer: Field & Design Lead

Jobtailor; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced civil/structural/ocean engineer in Newark, NJ to plan, coordinate, and conduct engineering work on projects. You will supervise teams, perform field inspections, and interpret materials tests for comprehensive reports.

Required are a PE or ability to obtain within 6 months, 4+ years of relevant experience, and US work authorization with a valid driver's license. This role emphasizes safety and client-focused project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in civil/structural/ocean engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Valid US Driver’s License.
• Ability to work in rugged and adverse weather conditions.
• Travel inside the continental U.S. may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate assigned engineering work.
• Monitor work for compliance with codes, accepted engineering practices, and internal procedures and standards.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between disciplines and project participants.
• Direct and/or perform field inspections and evaluation of structures.
• Direct and/or perform materials testing, interpret test results, and incorporate results into reports.
• Perform complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering documents, including inspection reports, design plans, and specifications.
• Direct and supervise project engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings and resolve project issues.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, forecasting, and quality.
• Assist with client management, proposal preparation, project scoping, and cost estimating.
• Promote a safe work culture.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

PE License

Field Inspections

Materials Testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Computer-Aided Engineering Software

Office Software

Job description

Jobtailor seeks an experienced civil/structural/ocean engineer in Newark, NJ to plan, coordinate, and conduct engineering work on projects. You will supervise teams, perform field inspections, and interpret materials tests for comprehensive reports.

Required are a PE or ability to obtain within 6 months, 4+ years of relevant experience, and US work authorization with a valid driver's license. This role emphasizes safety and client-focused project delivery.