Parsons

Senior Civil Highway Engineer - HYBRID/REMOTE

United States · Remote (restrictions not stated) · Full time

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EmployerParsons
LocationUnited States
Work styleRemote (restrictions not stated)
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted6 Oct 2026

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Join Us in Transforming Transportation Infrastructure Nationwide!

For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation has been a leader in the integrated design and delivery of critical infrastructure. We are currently seeking experienced Senior Engineers to join our Parsons New Jersey team. With both conventional and design-build projects, we are looking for strong leaders who can manage projects and mentor a team of engineers and designers.

Are you looking to accelerate your career? Are you tired of being in a number 2 role? Been passed over for exciting work? If any of these resonate, we might have the right position for you. Parsons is leading the three of the largest projects in NJ right now: Newark Bay Bridge for the NJTA, Newark AirTrain for the PANYNJ, and the Gateway Tunnel for the GDC. We’re looking to expand our NJ presence to execute these critical, once-in-a-lifetime projects. Additionally, we're looking for individuals to fulfill key roles in our active NJDOT projects and future pursuits. We are looking for the following Civil Engineering positions for highway geometric design, utilities engineering, MPT design and all aspects of civil/highway work. Positions are hybrid with 2-3 days per week in-person at our Newark, NJ office.

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For the right candidate, FULLY REMOTE options may be considered.

Position Overview:

As a Senior Engineer, you will support some of the region’s largest ongoing and upcoming transportation projects. Joining our global team means working on award-winning programs and embracing new technologies to stay at the forefront of the transportation market. You will have the opportunity to be a key player on significant projects and grow your technical expertise, supported by our commitment to your career development and our financial strength.

Our teams are involved in some of the most innovative programs worldwide, addressing today's large challenges and shaping transportation corridors for future generations. We provide a workplace that fosters development, growth, flexibility, and creativity. We are looking for highly technical engineers to work on projects in New Jersey. Our company culture values diversity, inclusion, work-life balance, and work-sharing throughout the US.

What You'll Be Doing:

Perform highway, interchange, and street design, including geometric design, 3D modeling, drainage design, work zone traffic control, and construction staging.
Develop construction specifications and material quantity calculations.
Utilize engineering software and collaborate with CAD designers, other engineers, and subcontractors.
Lead projects and mentor a team of engineers and designers.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or a related field).
Typically 8+ years of related work experience.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
Previous NJDOT and NJTA experience
Experience with Bentley Open Roads and Autodesk Civil 3D

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer tohttps://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

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