Roadway Engineer PE - NJ
Salary: $110,000 - $250,000 per year
Location: Princeton, NJ
Posted: October 06 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
The profile we are looking for is somebody who comes from the consulting industry, and with formal education is in transportation engineering, not in structural engineering.
Hi [!Person_First_Name],
I’m currently searching for a professional with 7+ years of experience, a PE in New Jersey, and a strong hands-on background in highway design. Proficiency with InRoads/OpenRoads is key, and prior NJDOT and NJTA project experience is highly preferred.
[!Person_First_Name], the right person would ideally come from the consulting industry, with a formal education in transportation engineering (not structural).
Do you know anyone in your network, [!Person_First_Name], who might fit this background—or would you be open to pointing me in the right direction? This position is available in Princeton, NJ, Hackensack, NJ, and New York, NY.
Best regards,
- Want to work around Princeton, NJ, Hackensack, NJ, or New York, NY
Highway Design Engineer – NJ Locations
We are seeking a highly skilled Highway Design Engineer with 7–15 years of professional experience to join our growing transportation engineering team. This is a great opportunity to work on complex, high-profile roadway and highway projects across New Jersey and the New York metro area.
Responsibilities
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Lead and support highway and roadway design projects from concept through final design.
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Prepare design plans, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance with NJDOT and NJTA standards.
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Utilize InRoads and OpenRoads design software to deliver high-quality, constructible designs.
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Collaborate with project managers, engineers, CAD technicians, and field staff to ensure accurate and efficient project delivery.
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Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and quality oversight for junior engineers and designers.
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Coordinate with DOT officials, municipal representatives, and clients to address project requirements and approvals.
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Contribute to proposal development, project scoping, and business development efforts.
Qualifications
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Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey (required).
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7–15 years of hands-on highway and roadway design experience.
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Strong proficiency with InRoads and/or OpenRoads design platforms.
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Prior, direct project experience with the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and/or the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) is strongly preferred.
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Knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, and state/local roadway design standards.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface directly with clients and agencies.
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Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s a plus).
Locations
This position is available in one of our New Jersey offices:
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Princeton, NJ
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Hackensack, NJ
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New York, NY (for candidates in the metro area)
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a respected firm with a strong reputation in transportation and infrastructure.
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Work on high-visibility DOT and Turnpike projects that impact regional mobility.
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Competitive compensation package with benefits, professional development, and growth opportunities.
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Collaborative environment that values technical excellence and client service.