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RimePro Inc

Civil Municipal Engineer

Lincoln Park, NJ

$100K - $150K/yr

A well-established and highly respected engineering consulting firm is seeking a Civil / Municipal Engineer to join its growing New Jersey team. This organization has a strong reputation for ...

Gilmore & Associates

Municipal Engineer

Newtown, PA · On-site

Join Gilmore and Associates as a Municipal Engineer and step into an exciting opportunity that ... Your responsibilities will include conducting site assessments, performing engineering calculations ...

ISG

Municipal Engineer

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$75K - $150K/yr

Lead technical municipal engineering project activities focused on water systems, wastewater systems, utilities and roadway design * Serve as primary client contact * Lead, coordinate, and build ...

Gilmore & Associates

Municipal Engineer

Newtown, PA · On-site

Join Gilmore and Associates as a Municipal Engineer and step into an exciting opportunity that ... Your responsibilities will include conducting site assessments, performing engineering calculations ...

Gilmore & Associates

Municipal Engineer

New Britain, PA · On-site

Join Gilmore and Associates as a Municipal Engineer and step into an exciting opportunity that ... Your responsibilities will include conducting site assessments, performing engineering calculations ...

Spotlock

Municipal Engineer | Project Manager

Trenton, NJ · Hybrid

$85K - $113K/yr

We are an established and award-winning civil engineering firm seeking an experienced Municipal Engineer / Project Manager to join our team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of impactful ...

RimePro Inc

Civil Municipal Engineer

Burlington, NJ

$100K - $150K/yr

A well-established and highly respected engineering consulting firm is seeking a Civil / Municipal Engineer to join its growing New Jersey team. This organization has a strong reputation for ...

RETTEW

Municipal Client Manager

Lancaster, PA · On-site

About RETTEW RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm that has been helping ... Attendance at evening municipal meetings, planning commissions, and public hearings is expected.

RETTEW

Municipal Client Manager

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

About RETTEW RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm that has been helping ... Attendance at evening municipal meetings, planning commissions, and public hearings is expected.

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Civil Municipal Engineer

RimePro Inc

Lincoln Park, NJ

$100K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Civil / Municipal Engineer

Location: Northern New Jersey
Employment Type: Full-Time

Build Communities. Shape Infrastructure. Advance Your Career.

A well-established and highly respected engineering consulting firm is seeking a Civil / Municipal Engineer to join its growing New Jersey team. This organization has a strong reputation for delivering impactful public infrastructure projects and maintaining long-term relationships with municipalities, utility authorities, and public-sector clients throughout the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working on a diverse mix of municipal, transportation, utility, and infrastructure projects while having a clear path toward project management and leadership.

Responsibilities
  • Design and manage municipal infrastructure projects from concept through construction.
  • Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
  • Support roadway, drainage, stormwater, water, wastewater, and utility improvement projects.
  • Coordinate with municipal officials, public agencies, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
  • Review development applications, subdivision plans, and public improvement projects.
  • Perform construction administration, field inspections, and project oversight.
  • Attend client meetings, planning board meetings, and public hearings as needed.
  • Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
  • Mentor junior engineering staff and support team development.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
  • EIT certification required; PE license preferred.
  • 3+ years of civil engineering experience with municipal or public infrastructure projects.
  • Experience with roadway design, drainage systems, stormwater management, and utility infrastructure.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Preferred Experience
  • Municipal engineering consulting.
  • Public works and capital improvement projects.
  • Water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Stormwater management and permitting.
  • Construction administration and inspection services.
  • Experience working with local municipalities and regulatory agencies.
  • Knowledge of HydroCAD, GIS, or related engineering software.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary.
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with employer contribution.
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays.
  • Professional development and licensing support.
  • Clear advancement opportunities into Project Engineer and Project Manager roles.
Keywords

Civil Engineer • Municipal Engineer • Public Works • Transportation Engineering • Roadway Design • Stormwater Management • Utility Design • Water Resources • Wastewater • Civil 3D • HydroCAD • Infrastructure Engineering • Capital Improvement Projects • Construction Administration • Land Development

Join a team where your work directly impacts local communities, infrastructure, and the future growth of New Jersey's cities and towns. Apply today to be part of meaningful projects that make a lasting difference.