Staff Engineer - Highway/Traffic

Socket.dev; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) seeks a Staff Engineer to join our Highway & Traffic Department in Wall Township, NJ. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in roadway design and traffic engineering on diverse transportation projects, with mentorship and career growth opportunities.

You will assist with plans, studies, data collection, and reporting, using AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, and HCS, while collaborating across teams and supporting client coordination and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (internship or co-op experience preferred).
• Basic knowledge of roadway and/or traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with NJDOT, AASHTO, and MUTCD standards is a plus.
• Experience with design and analysis software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, HCS, etc.) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and preparation of roadway and traffic engineering plans, including alignments, profiles, signage, striping, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Support traffic engineering studies such as traffic impact studies, signal warrant analyses, and capacity analysis.
• Perform data collection and analysis, including traffic counts and field observations.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Utilize design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, and/or HCS.
• Coordinate with internal team members across multiple disciplines.
• Attend project meetings and assist with client coordination as needed.
• Support construction phase services, including shop drawing review and field inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Synchro

HCS

Job description

Staff Engineer - Highway & Traffic

Wall Township, NJ, US

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a motivated and talented Staff Engineer to join our growing Highway & Traffic Department at our headquarters in Wall Township, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity for an entry-level engineering professional who wants to develop expertise in roadway design and traffic engineering, contribute to diverse transportation infrastructure projects, and build a long-term career with one of the Northeast's fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.

Recognized year after year as one of NJBIZ's Best Places to Work in New Jersey, FPA is committed to creating a culture where talented professionals are empowered to grow, collaborate, and succeed. In 2026, FPA was ranked #49 on Zweig's Hot Firm List, recognizing the firm among the 100 fastest-growing AEC firms in the United States and Canada. Our continued growth is driven by our investment in our people, technical excellence, and commitment to delivering innovative solutions for the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and preparation of roadway and traffic engineering plans, including alignments, profiles, signage, striping, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Support traffic engineering studies such as traffic impact studies, signal warrant analyses, and capacity analysis.
• Perform data collection and analysis, including traffic counts and field observations.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Utilize design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, and/or HCS.
• Coordinate with internal team members across multiple disciplines.
• Attend project meetings and assist with client coordination as needed.
• Support construction phase services, including shop drawing review and field inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (internship or co-op experience preferred).
• Basic knowledge of roadway and/or traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with NJDOT, AASHTO, and MUTCD standards is a plus.
• Experience with design and analysis software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, HCS, etc.) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• This position is anticipated to begin in summer 2027.

The FPA Difference

Large firms offer scale. FPA offers opportunity.

For more than 50 years, French & Parrello Associates (FPA) has been delivering innovative engineering solutions that shape communities, improve infrastructure, and support regional growth. As an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm, FPA combines the technical capabilities and expertise of a larger organization with the collaboration, accessibility, and personal investment of a close-knit team.

At FPA, engineers are empowered to take ownership of their work, collaborate across disciplines, and experience the full project lifecycle. Your career is not defined by one task or limited to one area of expertise. Instead, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills, work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and develop the experience needed to grow into future engineering leadership roles.

Our multidisciplinary approach allows team members to see the bigger picture, collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines, and understand how their work impacts the communities we serve. We invest in our people through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement because we believe the success of our employees drives the continued success of our firm.

At FPA, you are not just designing infrastructure, you are helping build a growing organization while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement plans. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $80,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, qualifications, and skill set. FPA recognizes and rewards performance through an annual bonus program.