Structural Project Engineer - Telecommunications

Job Description

Job Description

Structural Project Engineer – Telecommunications

Wall Township, NJ, US

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to join our growing Telecommunications Department at our headquarters in Wall Township, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity for a structural engineering professional with telecommunications industry experience to assume greater technical and project responsibility, contribute to the evaluation and design of telecommunications structures, and build a long-term career with one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing engineering consulting firms.

Recognized year after year as one of NJBIZ’s Best Places to Work in New Jersey, FPA is committed to creating a culture where talented professionals are empowered to grow, collaborate, and succeed. In 2026, FPA was ranked #49 on Zweig’s Hot Firm List, recognizing the firm among the 100 fastest-growing AEC firms in the United States and Canada. Our continued growth is driven by our investment in our people, technical excellence, and commitment to delivering innovative solutions for the communities we serve.

The successful candidate will have experience analyzing and designing telecommunications towers, monopoles, rooftop installations, and related structures. As part of multidisciplinary project teams, this individual will prepare structural calculations and project documents, apply relevant codes, standards, and client requirements, and coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal staff.

This role offers the opportunity to expand technical expertise and professional judgment while taking greater ownership of project deliverables. Working closely with senior engineers and project managers, the Structural Project Engineer – Telecommunications will conduct field visits, evaluate existing structural conditions, and support project planning and delivery.

Structural Engineering & Telecommunications Project Experience

FPA’s Telecommunications Department provides multidisciplinary engineering services for telecommunications facilities and related infrastructure.

The Structural Project Engineer will support new installations, upgrades, and modifications using industry-standard structural analysis and design software. The successful candidate will balance multiple assignments while producing accurate, code-compliant work within established schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for telecommunication towers, monopoles, rooftops, and related structures.

• Utilize engineering software such as O-Calc, RISA Tower, AutoCAD, and other industry tools to complete structural evaluations and prepare detailed reports.

• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and client standards to ensure compliance with applicable codes and design requirements.

• Develop construction drawings, calculations, and documentation to support new installations, upgrades, and modifications.

• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and contractors to ensure project deliverables are accurate and completed on schedule.

• Conduct field visits and inspections as required to gather site-specific data and verify structural conditions.

• Assist in preparing proposals, project budgets, and schedules as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Master’s degree a plus.

• 3–5 years of relevant structural engineering experience in the telecommunications industry.

• Proficiency with O-Calc, tnxTower, RISA, and other structural analysis software.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.

• Familiarity with applicable standards and codes such as TIA-222, AISC, and ACI.

• EIT certification required; PE license or ability to obtain within 12 months preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Don't meet every qualification? At FPA, we recognize that great candidates bring diverse experiences and perspectives. If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your experience may be exactly what we need for this role or another opportunity within our growing team.

The FPA Difference

Large firms offer scale. FPA offers opportunity.

For more than 50 years, French & Parrello Associates (FPA) has been delivering innovative engineering solutions that shape communities, improve infrastructure, and support regional growth. As an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm, FPA combines the technical capabilities and expertise of a larger organization with the collaboration, accessibility, and personal investment of a close-knit team.

At FPA, engineers are empowered to take ownership of their work, collaborate across disciplines, and experience the full project lifecycle. Your career is not defined by one task or limited to one area of expertise. Instead, you will have the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills, work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, and develop the experience needed to grow into future engineering leadership roles.

Our multidisciplinary approach allows team members to see the bigger picture, collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines, and understand how their work impacts the communities we serve. We invest in our people through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement because we believe the success of our employees drives the continued success of our firm.

At FPA, you are not just designing infrastructure, you are helping build a growing organization while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement plans. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $89,000 to $115,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, qualifications, and skill set. FPA recognizes and rewards performance through an annual bonus program.