Staff Civil Engineer

Pennoni; Haddon Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical/Prescription Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

PTO

Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking an experienced Staff Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary design team in Haddon Heights, NJ. This full-time position offers opportunities on private and public site development projects across markets.

Join a collaborative environment with mentoring and growth potential. The role emphasizes zoning interpretation, site design, H&H stormwater modeling, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on delivering high-quality reports and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (preferably Civil).
• 4+ years of professional engineering experience, preferably in land development.

Responsibilities

• Perform zoning interpretation and prepare feasibility studies, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Design and detail site layout, grading, roadway, and utilities.
• Contribute to stormwater management design using H&H modeling and Erosion and Sediment Control planning.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and permitting processes.
• Interface with regulatory agencies and manage project budgets and client relationships.
• Mentor junior staff and provide quality control of designs and reports.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

We are hiring for an experienced professional to join our team as a Staff Engineer and contribute to our multi-discipline design projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Haddon Heights, NJ. This person will have the opportunity to work on a variety of private and public site development projects across various markets!

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform zoning interpretation and prepare feasibility studies, drawings, specifications, and reports.


• Design and detail of site layout, grading, roadway, and utilities.


• Contribute to stormwater management design: Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) modeling, Erosion and Sediment Control (E&SC) planning, etc.


• Utilize advanced understanding of ordinances / regulations (local, state, & federal) as well as the relevant permitting process(es) to ensure compliance.


• Engage with regulatory agencies.


• Manage all aspects of project efforts and interface with clients.


• Nurture existing client relationships as well as developing new clients.


• Mentor junior-level staff.


• Provide quality control of staff design & reports.


• Prepare proposals and track project budgets for profitability.


• Additional duties may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering).


• 4+ years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with land development projects.

Please note that we are willing to consider a higher-level position for a candidate that qualifies with additional experience accordingly.

Preferred Qualifications

• P.E. license in NJ is preferred.


• Experience working on land development and infrastructure improvement projects.


• Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, project management software, etc.); exposure to AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bluebeam is a plus!


• Experience with stormwater management (SWM) design calculations, especially while utilizing H&H modeling tools.


• Proficiency on standard office software applications: Microsoft Office 365 (especially Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, etc.


• Proven ability to look at the “Big Picture” as well the project goals in order to coordinate various design disciplines accordingly.


• Proven track record of demonstrating punctuality with consistent attendance.


• Proven ability to work in an energetic & challenging team environment as a collaborative Team Player, especially while maintaining the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Proven ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills, especially when working on a variety of projects while providing solutions to difficult issues.


• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

TARGET SALARY RANGE: $85K - $125k (per year)

Benefits

Contributing to the health and well-being of team members is a top priority for Pennoni; therefore, we designed our benefits package to exceed industry norms while providing our team members with exceptionally competitive and comprehensive benefits. Our offerings include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Medical/Prescription Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Short- and Long-Term Disability


• Maternity Leave


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Holidays


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Employee Assistance Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Flexible Spending Accounts

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we’re not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we’re a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you’ll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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