Project Engineer - Civil/Site
About The Position
French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Project Engineer for its Civil/Site Department in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The role involves civil/site design and preparation of engineering calculations, construction documents, technical reports, and permit applications for land development and infrastructure projects. The Project Engineer will lead assigned technical work, oversee design efforts, coordinate across disciplines, and guide projects through permitting, agency review, approvals, and construction. Working closely with Project Managers, the Project Engineer will support project schedules and budgets, coordinate with clients and other stakeholders, participate in meetings, and mentor junior staff. The position offers increased technical and project responsibility, opportunities to manage increasingly complex assignments, and the chance to develop toward future engineering leadership roles within FPA. FPA is an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm that emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement. Benefits begin on the first day of employment. Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization and relocation assistance are not available for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of New Jersey.
- At least 4 years of experience in civil/site engineering and land development design.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Strong understanding of New Jersey land development regulations, permitting processes, and agency requirements.
- Experience preparing site plans, grading plans, utility plans, and stormwater management reports.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary consulting engineering environment.
- Familiarity with municipal, commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional land development projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and oversee civil/site engineering designs, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility infrastructure, roadway improvements, and erosion and sediment control.
- Perform and review engineering calculations related to site design, stormwater management, hydrology, hydraulics, and utility systems.
- Prepare construction documents, technical specifications, engineering reports, and permit applications.
- Coordinate project design efforts with project managers, clients, architects, municipalities, and other engineering disciplines.
- Review and interpret survey data, environmental constraints, zoning ordinances, and land development regulations.
- Support and participate in meetings with clients, municipal agencies, planning boards, and regulatory authorities.
- Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and design staff.
- Conduct site visits and construction observations to evaluate project progress and address field conditions.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, permitting requirements, and engineering standards.
- Assist in preparing responses to agency review comments and securing project approvals.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law
- Annual bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
