Staff Engineer - Highway/Traffic

French & Parrello Associates; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking an entry-level Staff Engineer to join our Highway & Traffic Department in Wall Township, NJ. You will assist in roadway design, traffic engineering plans, and supporting analyses using AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and related tools.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and growth with a path toward professional licensure and future leadership opportunities. Summer 2027 start, relocation not offered, sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internship or co-op preferred).
• Familiarity with roadway/traffic engineering principles; EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and preparation of roadway and traffic engineering plans.
• Support traffic engineering studies such as traffic impact studies and capacity analyses.
• Perform data collection and analysis including traffic counts and field observations.
• Prepare technical reports and calculations; coordinate with internal teams.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Synchro

HCS

Job description

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.

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.

Staff Engineer – Highway & Traffic

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.