Staff Engineer - Municipal Services
About The Position
French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Staff Engineer for our Municipal Services Department in Wall, NJ. This role involves assisting with the planning, design, and preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates for municipal infrastructure projects. The engineer will perform calculations related to grading, stormwater management, drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and roadway design. Responsibilities also include preparing permit applications, coordinating with regulatory agencies, supporting project managers, conducting field investigations, and utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software. The position also entails assisting in the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and grant applications, coordinating with internal disciplines, and supporting construction administration activities. Participation in client meetings and public presentations is also expected.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office Suite, and engineering design software.
- Understanding of municipal infrastructure design principles and applicable codes and regulations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while managing multiple assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- 0–2 years of experience in municipal, civil/site, transportation, or infrastructure engineering.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning, design, and preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates for municipal infrastructure projects.
- Perform engineering calculations related to grading, stormwater management, drainage, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and roadway design.
- Prepare permit applications and coordinate with local, county, state, and regulatory agencies.
- Support project managers in project delivery, scheduling, budgeting, and client communications.
- Conduct field investigations, site visits, and construction observations as needed.
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software to prepare design documents.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, feasibility studies, and grant applications.
- Coordinate with internal disciplines including environmental, transportation, geotechnical, landscape architecture, and water resources teams.
- Review contractor submittments, respond to requests for information (RFIs), and support construction administration activities.
- Participate in client meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder coordination efforts.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching & Roth 401(k) Option
- Individual and Dependent Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance and Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training and Professional Development
- Corporate sponsored events, outings & activities, including community outreach opportunities.
- Competitive Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
- Transit/Parking Program
- Summer Hours
- Employee Discounts
- Corporate Events, Outings & Activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
