Project Engineer

Project Engineer

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• 7/23/2026

PF-PROJENG-11

20100 - Plant Engineering Department

600 Wilson Avenue

Newark

NJ

United States of America

Engineering

Onsite

Description

Position Description: Will p rovide engineering services and technical support, including planning, design, inspection, construction management and contract administration, for projects involving the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission treatment plant and remote pump stations. Will design and implement project plans, communicate directly with contractors/designers concerning project costs, oversee staffing and scheduling, prepare project status reports, and monitor construction to ensure adherence to contract specifications. Will apply technical skills to undertake system PLC/HMI programming and commissioning for control systems utilizing Rockwell, Allen Bradley and Wonderware PLC's and HMI platforms.

Minimum Requirements

Requirements: Must have proven work experience managing large construction projects, preferably in a wastewater treatment facility. The ability to organize assigned engineering work and develop effective work methods, analyze, interpret and evaluate engineering problems and apply appropriate solutions, apply engineering principles and techniques to work assignments, develop sound plans and recommendations, and prepare clear, concise and sound engineering reports containing findings and conclusions is required. Good judgment and decision-making ability based on a fundamental and practical knowledge of instrumentation & control engineering along with other fields of engineering is required. Must have a solid working knowledge of SCADA, field automation, measurements, instrumentation, field communications, and the electrical trade. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position. The ability to direct other engineers in the department, PVSC Operations and Maintenance Department personnel, and outside consultants and contractors to complete projects is necessary.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Systems and Control Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of related experience as an Instrumentation and Control Engineer is required. Experience should include working under the direct supervision of a Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer for industrial, commercial or public construction projects.

License and Certifications: Engineer in training certificate (EIT) issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is preferred.

Physical Demands: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation to ensure the health and safety of oneself and others is maintained. To perform the essential functions of this position the employee must be able to: sit, stand, walk, stoop, climb (including ladders), kneel, lift up to 25 lbs., carry, reach, push, pull, use a keyboard and tools, and have hearing and visual acuity. Must qualify for and possess the ability to perform entry into confined spaces while wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as, but not limited to, canister and dust masks, as well as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in compliance with PVSC’s Facial Hair Grooming Policy.

Working Conditions: Workers are employed in conditions associated with a wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection system and will be required to work indoors and outdoors.

The expected base pay range is $112,126 to 154,439. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, education, training, and formal credentials.

PVSC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees which includes medical, dental, vision, pension, life insurance, flexible spending account, and 457(b) retirement program, as well as paid vacation, sick, holiday and personal days.

To Apply: All applicants must meet the NJ First Act residency requirements.

The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or sexual orientation. PVSC offers excellent benefit options and a pension plan. For more information about PVSC, please visit .