Sr. Highway Engineer

Acuren; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, dental, life insurance

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid Disability

Job summary

NV5's Morristown, NJ office seeks a Senior Highway Engineer with 8–15 years of roadway/highway experience and a NJ PE license to supervise projects for NJDOT, NJTPA, and municipalities. The role emphasizes technical oversight, design development, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities include leading design from concept to contract plans, preparing cost estimates and quantity calculations, and contributing to professional organizations while advancing project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (BSCE) or equivalent.
• 8-15 years of roadway/highway engineering experience.
• Experience with MicroStation InRoads and OpenRoads.
• Knowledge of NJDOT and/or NJTPA standards.
• New Jersey PE license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver transportation and civil projects under supervision of senior staff.
• Lead roadway/highway design from conceptual design to final plans.
• Prepare quantity calculations, cost estimates, and supplementary specifications.
• Develop project management skills: budgets and schedules.
• Participate in professional organizations and technical societies.

Skills

Roadway design

Project management

Technical reporting

Mentoring & supervision

Education

BSCE

Tools

MicroStation InRoads

OpenRoads

Job description

Position Summary

NV5's Morristown, NJ office has an opportunity for a Senior Highway Engineer with 8-15 years of experience and a desire to work in a team environment. This position is for a licensed engineer capable of overseeing projects and supervising engineers on projects for NJDOT, NJTPA and/or NJ municipalities and counties.

Responsibilities

Our multi-disciplined design team approach will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to pursue a path, which aligns with their particular strengths and interests as their career advances.

We currently have a wealth of interesting projects, from local road resurfacing to large-scale highway improvements, intersection improvements, drainage and stormwater improvements, pedestrian/ADA accommodation designs, as well as several specialized projects involving amphibian roadway crossing infrastructure, design of pedestrian/bicycle paths and raised boardwalks through environmentally sensitive areas. This position provides an excellent opportunity for career growth.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Working alongside Senior Project Managers and Supervising Engineers in delivering transportation and civil related projects, including providing technical oversight to engineering staff on project tasks such as;
• Roadway/highway design plan development from conceptual design to final contract plans. Typical tasks include horizontal and vertical layout, typical sections, profiles, grading, cross sections, maintenance and protection of traffic and construction plan preparation. Preparation of quantity calculations, cost estimates, and supplementary specification support.
• Technical reports and studies, including Concept Development and Final Design Reports.
• Development of project management skills pertaining to project execution, budgets and schedules.
• Participate in professional organizations and technical societies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (BSCE)
• 8-15 years of experience (roadway/highway engineering)
• Experience with MicroStation InRoads and OpenRoads
• Knowledge of NJDOT and/or NJTPA standards and requirements
• NJ PE License

The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the salary transparency provisions of the NJCHRL. Base pay information is based on market location.

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.