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Resident Engineer

SI Engineering, P.C.
Princeton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/11/2026
Join a Team That Builds New Jersey

Our Princeton, New Jersey Office is expanding! At SI Engineering, P.C. (SIE), we are more than an engineering firm, we are problem solvers shaping the future of transportation and infrastructure in New York and New Jersey. Our multidisciplinary team delivers innovative solutions in program and construction management, civil, structural, electrical, and transportation engineering, as well as bridge and facility inspections. From revitalizing local communities to leading high-profile, multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects, we have earned a trusted reputation for excellence in our services provided in the public sector.

SIE is looking for experienced Resident Engineers with New Jersey Department of Transportation or New Jersey Turnpike Authority experience to join our expanding New Jersey team based out of our Princeton, NJ office. This is a dynamic opportunity to play a key role in road and bridge projects for clients such as the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA).

Responsibilities

  • Provide construction supervision of inspection services and oversight for roadway and bridge assignments.
  • Lead and conduct progress meetings
  • Manage direct reports including Inspectors and Office Engineer
  • Ensure contractor’s work meets compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and safety standards (including MUTCD implementation).
  • Coordinate with public agencies, contractors, engineers, and project managers.
  • Manage daily logs, submittals, change orders, estimates, invoices
  • Monitor schedule, cost, and quality, utilizing CAPEX & SiteManager
  • Serve as a technical resource and problem solver in the field and office
  • Assisting Office Engineer as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or active NICET IV certification required
  • 5 years of experience as a Resident Engineer on infrastructure projects for NJDOT or NJTA
  • 10 years of total construction inspection experience in NJDOT and/or NJTA projects including highways and bridges.
  • CAPEX and Site Manager experience required
  • NJSAT, Rutgers TCP, ACI-I & ACI CCTC, and OSHA certifications preferred
  • Excellent communication skills and work ethic
  • A demonstrated ability to manage infrastructure construction projects and project teams

Why Join SI Engineering?

  • Be part of a growing Princeton team with advancement opportunities
  • Work on high-profile infrastructure projects
  • Competitive compensation & comprehensive benefits
  • Supportive culture that values professional development, innovation, and teamwork

Expected salary range is $130,000-$195,000 annually. Actual compensation will be dependent on the individual’s qualifications, skills, experience, and physical work location.

SI Engineering places a high value on employee wellness and wellbeing, which is reflected in our competitive benefits package:

  • 17 PTO Days per year, with an additional PTO day for every year after five years.
  • 10 Paid Holidays per year
  • 100% 401K Matching, up to 5% of employee income
  • A choice of two comprehensive health insurance plans
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Continuing Education assistance

SI Engineering, P.C. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and career advancement without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We are committed to creating a diverse, productive and healthful work environment.

Salary : $130,000 - $195,000

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