Utility Engineer/Specialist - Highway

Michael Baker International; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Utility Engineer to join their dynamic team in New Jersey. This role focuses on ensuring the seamless integration of utility infrastructure with transportation projects, requiring a strong background in utility engineering and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with utility companies and project stakeholders, manage project documentation, and provide technical guidance. With a commitment to innovation and community impact, this firm offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to vital infrastructure projects that enhance community safety and accessibility.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience in utility engineering.
• Professional engineering license in NJ preferred.
• Experience with NJDOT and NJTA project delivery protocols.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans and utility relocation designs for compliance.
• Coordinate utility design and construction cost estimates.
• Mentor junior engineering staff and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Utility Engineering

Regulatory Compliance

Conflict Resolution

Technical Guidance

Project Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

BSCE in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

ORD Utility 3-D Modeling

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is actively seeking a Utility Engineer or Specialist for our Newark, NJ and/or Hamilton, NJ office. The candidate will have a strong background in utility engineering, regulatory compliance, and conflict resolution. They will closely collaborate with utility companies, design teams, and project stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of utility infrastructure with roadway and transportation projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

1. Review, analyze, and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and utility relocation designs to ensure compliance with project requirements and regulatory standards.
2. Be familiar with the NJ State Utility Accommodation Policy NJAC 16:25.
3. Coordinate and review engineering design and construction cost estimates provided by utility owners.
4. Develop and execute utility relocation and adjustment plans.
5. Identify and resolve conflicts between utility infrastructure and project elements.
6. Manage project documentation, including reports, schedules, and correspondence.
7. Ensure adherence to NJDOT, NJTA, and other regulatory guidelines.
8. Execute NJDOT Utility Engineering processes or similar processes for other agencies on highway infrastructure projects.
9. Provide technical guidance on utility design, permitting, and relocation processes.
10. Facilitate meetings with utility providers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
11. Assist with monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules.
12. Perform collection, review, and cataloging of utility as-built records.
13. Coordinate subsurface utility engineering (SUE) investigations.
14. Prepare utility construction plans and specifications for bid documents.
15. Mentor junior engineering staff and provide technical guidance.
16. Maintain and adhere to appropriate QA/QC procedures and best practices.
17. Possess strong verbal, written, and presentation skills; demonstrate ability to lead and manage complex transportation projects; be goal-oriented, quality-focused, and foster a team environment.
18. Collaborate with multiple transportation project teams to successfully deliver projects.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ years of related experience.
• BSCE in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college.
• Professional engineering license in NJ, or ability to obtain within 6 months (preferred).
• Experience with NJDOT and NJTA roadway design projects, including familiarity with their standards and project delivery protocols (preferred).
• Proficient with MicroStation and AutoCAD software programs.
• Experience with ORD Utility 3-D Modeling (preferred).

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $87,000 to $118,000. This range is a good faith estimate at the time of posting and depends on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

About us

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction, and program management. With over 80 years of experience, we have a legacy of expertise, innovation, and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on projects ranging from roads, bridges, tunnels, and mass transit to water treatment, environmental restoration, and overseas construction. We aim to make communities safer, more accessible, sustainable, and prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership and deliver innovative solutions through our diverse team of experts. Our mission is to make a difference in the communities we serve.

Michael Baker International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.