Civil Engineer/Specialist - Utilities

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

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Utility Engineer/Specialist in New Jersey. You will leverage your expertise in utility engineering to ensure seamless integration of utility infrastructure with transportation projects. Collaborate with design teams and utility companies, manage documentation, and mentor junior staff. This role requires a strong background in regulatory compliance and conflict resolution, with a commitment to quality assurance and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of related experience.
• Professional engineering license in NJ, or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans and utility relocation designs.
• Coordinate engineering design and construction cost estimates.
• Develop utility relocation and adjustment plans.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Conflict Resolution

Leadership

Team Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Presentation Skills

Education

BSCE in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

ORD Utility 3-D Modeling

Job description

Join Our Team as a Utility Engineer/Specialist - Highway at Michael Baker International

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

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and utility relocation designs to ensure compliance with project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with the NJ State Utility Accommodation Policy NJAC 16:25.
• Coordinate and review engineering design and construction cost estimates provided by utility owners.
• Develop and execute utility relocation and adjustment plans.
• Identify and resolve conflicts between utility infrastructure and project elements.
• Manage project documentation, including reports, schedules, and correspondence.
• Ensure adherence to NJDOT, NJTA, and other regulatory guidelines.
• Execute NJDOT Utility Engineering processes or similar processes for other agencies on highway infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical guidance on utility design, permitting, and relocation processes.
• Facilitate meetings with utility providers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Assist with monitoring project progress, budgets, and schedules.
• Perform collection, review, and cataloging of utility as-built records.
• Coordinate subsurface utility engineering (SUE) investigations.
• Prepare utility construction plans and specifications for bid documents.
• Mentor junior engineering staff and provide technical guidance.
• Maintain and adhere to appropriate QA/QC procedures and best practices.
• Possess strong verbal, written, and presentation skills; demonstrate leadership and team management abilities.
• Collaborate with multiple transportation project teams to successfully deliver projects.

Professional Requirements

• Minimum 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 salary range for this position is $87,000 to $118,000, dependent on education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and location.

About Us

Michael Baker International has been solving complex infrastructure challenges for over 80 years. With nearly 100 offices nationwide, we provide comprehensive engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction, and program management. We are committed to making a positive impact in communities through innovative solutions and dedicated expertise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.