Entry-Level Pavement Geotechnical Eng to Senior Pavement Eng

ADVANCED INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN • Robbinsville Township, NJ

22h • $75,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Infrastructure Design, Inc. (AID) is hiring for multiple pavement engineering roles at its Hamilton, New Jersey office: Entry-Level Pavement/Geotechnical Engineer, Senior Pavement Engineer, and Technical Lead (Pavement Engineering). AID is a consulting engineering firm specializing in infrastructure assessment and rehabilitation, including pavement evaluation and design, geotechnical design and subsurface investigation, non-destructive testing, and materials testing. The positions offer hands-on work with advanced testing equipment and an in-house AASHTO-accredited laboratory. Work is in person, with field assignments and travel depending on the role.

The team works on the full life cycle of pavement and geotechnical projects for transportation departments, airports, ports, and other public and private clients. Duties vary by experience and role, from fieldwork, data analysis, pavement design, and technical reporting to project management, staff supervision, client relations, and practice leadership. The Technical Lead provides technical direction for the practice and supports business growth.

The company lists annual salary ranges of $75,000–$85,000 for the entry-level role, $95,000–$115,000 for the senior role, and $140,000 and higher for the Technical Lead role. Final compensation depends on qualifications, experience, education, and licensure. Full-time positions include health insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off; AID has historically awarded mid-year and end-of-year bonuses based on employee and company performance.

Requirements

• M.S.C.E. degree or higher with a pavement emphasis.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CADD, and data analysis tools such as Excel, Python, or GIS.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for fieldwork in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions; travel frequency varies by role.
• Entry-level role: 0 to 2 years of experience, strong knowledge of pavement engineering principles and soil mechanics, and experience with field investigations, laboratory testing, and pavement evaluation, design, and management.
• Senior role: 3 to 5 years of progressive pavement engineering consulting experience and practical project experience and in-depth knowledge of pavement evaluation and design methods and related software, such as Pavement ME and FAARFIELD.
• Technical Lead role: 10 or more years of progressive pavement engineering consulting experience and an active P.E. license.
• Technical Lead role: New Jersey P.E. licensure or ability to obtain it by comity within 6 months.
• Technical Lead role: Thorough practical knowledge and project experience in pavement testing, evaluation, design, and management, with a record of project management, winning proposals, client relationships, and staff supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with AID's advanced technologies.
• Entry-level role: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain it within 12 months.
• Senior role: Active P.E. license or ability to obtain it in the near term.
• Senior role: Experience in project management, proposal preparation, and staff supervision.
• Technical Lead role: Established client relationships with state DOTs, airport and port authorities, other public agencies, and private clients.
• Technical Lead role: Familiarity with implementing data analytics and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform, coordinate, and manage fieldwork, including pavement coring, soil borings, test pits, and non-destructive testing data collection.
• Analyze field data from GPR, HWD, LCMS, profilers, and distress surveys.
• Interpret subsurface and laboratory data, including soil classifications, boring logs, and asphalt, concrete, and soil test results, to characterize pavement layers and subgrade conditions.
• Develop pavement design and rehabilitation recommendations using methods and tools such as the 1993 AASHTO Pavement Design Guide, the AASHTO Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide, AASHTOWare Pavement ME Design, and FAARFIELD.
• Prepare or lead preparation of technical reports and project deliverables.
• Work on pavement testing, evaluation, design, forensic investigation, and pavement management projects.
• For senior and lead roles, manage concurrent projects to meet quality, budget, and schedule goals.
• For senior and lead roles, prepare technical and cost proposals and serve as a client point of contact.
• For senior and lead roles, supervise, mentor, and develop engineers and other technical staff.
• For senior and lead roles, perform quality assurance and quality control of technical deliverables.
• For the Technical Lead, provide technical direction for the Pavement Engineering practice, optimize processes, and adopt new technologies, including data analytics and AI tools.
• For the Technical Lead, support practice growth through marketing, business development, and client relations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Historically awarded mid-year and end-of-year bonuses based on employee and company performance
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Mentorship and a path toward P.E. licensure and leadership roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level