Staff Engineer

About

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Staff Engineer for our Highway/Traffic Department in Wall, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and preparation of roadway and traffic engineering plans, including alignments, profiles, signage, striping, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Support traffic engineering studies such as traffic impact studies, signal warrant analyses, and capacity analysis.
• Perform data collection and analysis, including traffic counts and field observations.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Utilize design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, and/or HCS.
• Coordinate with internal team members across multiple disciplines.
• Attend project meetings and assist with client coordination as needed.
• Support construction phase services, including shop drawing review and field inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internship experience preferred).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• Basic knowledge of roadway and/or traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with NJDOT, AASHTO, and MUTCD standards is a plus.
• Experience with design and analysis software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, HCS, etc.) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.

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.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $70,000 to $77,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as experience, education and skill set.