Project Engineer - Bridge Department

French & Parrello•Wall Township, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Project Engineer to join its Bridge Department at the headquarters in Wall Township, New Jersey. The role supports the design and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects throughout New Jersey, including bridge rehabilitation, replacement, and transportation improvement projects. The engineer will work with experienced bridge engineers and multidisciplinary teams and contribute to projects from preliminary engineering and design through construction support. The position offers hands-on experience across project phases and a diverse portfolio of bridge and transportation assignments, including bridge and deck replacements, structural rehabilitations, bridge widenings, load ratings, structural evaluations, culverts, pedestrian bridges, and specialty structures. The work may involve steel plate girders, rolled steel beams, and prestressed concrete systems. FPA describes itself as an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm that emphasizes mentorship, professional development, collaboration, and opportunities for advancement. The position is based at FPA’s headquarters in Wall Township, NJ. U.S. employment authorization sponsorship is unavailable. Relocation assistance is available. The projected compensation range is $90,000 to $115,000, with actual compensation depending on experience, education, qualifications, and skills. FPA offers an annual bonus program and a signing bonus for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Five to eight years of progressive experience in bridge design and structural engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.
Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and development.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
Experience with bridge analysis and design software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or equivalent.
Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and NJDOT design procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis and design for bridge and transportation-related structures, including new construction, rehabilitation, and replacement projects.
Prepare engineering calculations, design plans, technical reports, specifications, and other project documentation.
Develop structural models and perform analysis using bridge design software such as LEAP Bridge, LARSA, MIDAS, CSiBridge, STAAD, or similar programs.
Assist with bridge load rating analyses and structural evaluations.
Support project delivery by coordinating design activities, tracking project requirements, and assisting with schedules and deliverables.
Collaborate with roadway, geotechnical, hydraulic, environmental, and construction engineering teams to support integrated project solutions.
Apply AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, NJDOT standards, and applicable local agency requirements to engineering designs.
Participate in field visits, bridge inspections, and data collection activities to support design and construction assignments.
Review design documents for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
Assist senior engineers with technical guidance, mentoring junior staff, and developing engineering solutions.
Support proposal preparation, cost estimating, and other business development activities as needed.