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Pennoni

Graduate Bridge Engineer

Newark, DE · On-site

Support projects / tasks of various sizes for a variety of clients (including state agencies, counties, and local municipalities.) * Participate in the development of engineering design projects ...

Verdantas

Senior Land Development Engineer

Dover, DE · On-site

$95K/yr

At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use ... Attend meetings with municipal officials, engineers, developers, and contractors What You Bring:

Pennoni

Graduate Highway Engineer

Newark, DE

Support projects / tasks of various sizes for a variety of clients (including state agencies, counties, and local municipalities.) * Participate in the development of engineering design projects ...

Pennoni

Graduate Highway Engineer

Newark, DE · On-site

Support projects / tasks of various sizes for a variety of clients (including state agencies, counties, and local municipalities.) * Participate in the development of engineering design projects ...

Pennoni

Graduate Bridge Engineer

Newark, DE · On-site

Including: PennDOT, DRPA, DelDOT, SEPTA, MDOT SHA, MDTA and DCDOT, local municipalities and ... Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Focus on Structural Engineering) - MS Degree is a plus * 0 ...

Pennoni

Graduate Bridge Engineer

Newark, DE · On-site

Including: PennDOT, DRPA, DelDOT, SEPTA, MDOT SHA, MDTA and DCDOT, local municipalities and ... Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Focus on Structural Engineering) - MS Degree is a plus * 0 ...

GREENMAN-PEDERSEN INC.

Senior Traffic Engineer

Milford, DE · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services ... Experience with Maryland DOT, DelDOT, county, or municipal projects is strongly preferred * Strong ...

Delaware Solid Waste Authority

Engineer

Dover, DE · On-site

Manages, plans, organizes, budgets and implements engineering projects. * Prepares technical ... Authority, organizations, municipalities, industry, state, interstate, and federal agencies.

Delaware Solid Waste Authority

Engineer

Dover, DE

Manages, plans, organizes, budgets and implements engineering projects. * Prepares technical ... Authority, organizations, municipalities, industry, state, interstate, and federal agencies.

Pennoni

Graduate Site Design Engineer

Milton, DE · On-site

... engineering reports). Primary Responsibilities: * Perform site design work; this includes site ... Review of local municipal ordinances as well as county & state regulations. * Assist the design ...

GREENMAN-PEDERSEN INC.

Senior Traffic Engineer

New Castle, DE · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services ... Experience with Maryland DOT, DelDOT, county, or municipal projects is strongly preferred * Strong ...

Pennoni

Graduate Site Design Engineer

Milton, DE · On-site

... engineering reports). Primary Responsibilities: * Perform site design work; this includes site ... Review of local municipal ordinances as well as county & state regulations. * Assist the design ...

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.

Senior Traffic Engineer

Milford, DE · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services ... Experience with Maryland DOT, DelDOT, county, or municipal projects is strongly preferred * Strong ...

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.

Senior Traffic Engineer

New Castle, DE · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services ... Experience with Maryland DOT, DelDOT, county, or municipal projects is strongly preferred * Strong ...

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How much do municipal engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for municipal engineering in Delaware is $108,049.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,600.00 and $133,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is municipal engineering?

Municipal engineering is a branch of civil engineering that focuses on the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure and services for towns and cities. This includes public works such as roads, water supply, sewage systems, waste management, parks, and public transportation. Municipal engineers work with local governments to ensure communities have safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure to improve quality of life for residents.

What are some common challenges municipal engineers face when working on public infrastructure projects?

Municipal engineers often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders, managing tight budgets, and addressing regulatory requirements. They must balance the needs of the community with environmental considerations and ensure projects meet safety standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are crucial, as municipal engineers frequently collaborate with city planners, contractors, and government officials to deliver projects on time and within scope.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a municipal engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Municipal Engineer, you need strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, urban infrastructure design, and a bachelor's degree in civil or municipal engineering. Familiarity with CAD software, GIS systems, and relevant certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are typically required. Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and address community needs effectively. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable development of public infrastructure critical to community well-being.
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Infographic showing various Municipal Engineering job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,049 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

Graduate Bridge Engineer

Pennoni

Newark, DE • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Pennoni rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 446 rated engineering

Job description

Pennoni is hiring! Pennoni is looking for passionate Graduate Civil Engineers to join our collaborative, fun team on a full- time, direct basis in Pennoni's Transportation Design Hub located in our Newark, DE office with experience consistent, but not limited to:
We have needs in each of the disciplines listed below.
Job Descriptions
1 - Bridge Engineer Job Responsibilities:
  • Assist with the structural analysis and/or design of Bridges (highway & railroad), culverts, retaining walls, and overhead sign structures on a variety of projects (bridge replacement/rehabilitation, highway improvement, etc.); this includes multi-disciplinary projects for various agencies in the Mid-Atlantic region!
  • Supplement the bridge design functions with involvement with the NBIS Bridge inspections discipline across the Pennoni footprint (with occasional opportunities for domestic travel).
  • Learn and apply professional techniques to produce high-quality engineering documents for use in bridge design / inspection reports, specifications, studies, and other engineering documents.

Bridge Engineer Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Focus on Structural Engineering) - MS Degree is a plus
  • Successful completion of FHWA-NHI-130055 (Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges)
  • Bridge engineering experience with a major agency is a plus.
  • Knowledge of structural analysis programs (e.g.: STAAD, LEAP Bridge, LEAP Concrete, AASHTOWare, BrR, BRASS, SAP/CSI, etc.) is a plus!

2 - Highway Engineer Job Responsibilities:
  • Passion for design, including Microstation/OpenRoads (ORD) Modeling of transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Contribute to developing set of Transportation plans, including highway design, hydrology and drainage calculations and design, SWM and ES&C design; water and sanitary sewer utility layout, MOT plans and geometry.
  • Support projects / tasks of various sizes for a variety of clients (including state agencies, counties, and local municipalities.)
  • Participate in the development of engineering design projects, while working in a team environment to produce engineering plans, documents, and reports.

Highway Engineer Preferred Qualifications:
  • Basis understanding of engineering design parameters is a plus.
  • Relevant experience with highway geometry development, water resources design, or overall plan preparation is a plus.
  • Exposure to modeling tools such as OpenRoads is a plus!
  • Experience working with highway and/or roadway design is strongly preferred.
  • Experience working with drainage design, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control; completion of Certified Construction Review (CCR) training is a plus!
  • Exposure to Bluebeam Revu (PDF editor) and/or GIS tools is a plus!

3 - Traffic Engineer Job Responsibilities:
  • Traffic Engineer needed to join a dynamic team responsible for working with many clients including state agencies, county governments, and local municipalities, for the development of Traffic related projects.
  • Assist with traffic engineering tasks ranging from traffic analysis, safety evaluations, signal analysis and design and the preparation of signing and pavement marking plans, MOT / construction phasing plans, transportation management plans (TMPs), and lighting plans.
  • Assist with traffic study reviews from third parties for new developments and projects.

Traffic Engineer Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of traffic signal design is a plus.
  • Exposure to modeling tools such as OpenRoads is a plus!
  • Familiarity with maintenance of traffic schemes, construction phasing, and traffic control plans.
  • Experience with lighting design software is a plus.

Basic Requirement for all positions:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline
  • E.I.T. is a plus!

Preferred Qualifications for all positions:
  • Established knowledge of civil engineering principles such as development of geometric information, structural analysis, steel/concrete design, basic hydrology/hydraulics, and basic geotechnical/foundation design.
  • Relevant experience with engineering software
  • Experience and interest in working on various levels of engineering infrastructure projects in the Mid-Atlantic region.
  • Organization and planning ability is a plus.

Why Pennoni?
At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We're all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture - here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!
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Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

Year founded

1966

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