Job Description

PROJECT ENGINEER I

Location: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New Castle, DE

Salary: $71,800 to $88,000 (commensurate with experience and skills) (Grade 107)

Opening Date: January 16, 2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Position Summary

This is an entry-level position for engineering work in the areas of project management, construction management, and contract administration for the Delaware River and Bay Authority. Employees in this class are assigned to the Engineering Department and are expected to carry out various engineering, project management, and construction-related assignments. Responsibilities of this class title include but are not limited to: assisting in planning work schedules; reviewing work for engineering sufficiency; project and construction management duties; coordinating with regulatory agencies; reviewing contractor and consultant payments; reviewing construction for conformance with plans and specifications; contract administration duties as assigned; and coordinating work with operations, maintenance, and all other internal stakeholders as directed. Employees in this class title receive general direction and guidance from senior project engineers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Hold responsible charge of one or more engineering/construction projects
Manage the activities of professional and paraprofessional consultants and inspection personnel
Assist senior project engineers on all aspects of project management
Analyze and apply engineering principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to problems
Participate in the development of the capital improvement program
Conduct planning efforts to test, evaluate, and recommend approval or disapproval of materials, equipment, systems and facilities
Perform contract administration duties
Prepare and review budgets, schedules, contracts, engineering studies, plans, specifications, engineer's estimates, pay estimates, and change orders
Review construction material submittals and shop drawings for compliance with design requirements
Oversee construction projects and review the contractor’s work to verify schedule, safety, quality of work, and compliance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and regulations
Review construction field reports, verify quantities of work, and prepare pay estimates
Review contract modifications and associated change orders
Responsible for following established safety practices while performing assigned duties to protect self, co-workers and the public from personal injury and to prevent damage to Authority property
Assist Authority on wide range of maintenance/operations issues that involve engineering solutions
Demonstrate familiarity with computer-aided design and typical software applications (Microsoft Office Suite and project management software such as Microsoft Project, Capex, Primavera, etc.)
Exercise superior customer service to everyone by performing in a courteous and efficient manner
Other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practice of professional engineering
Familiarity with the progressive functions and techniques of engineering work
Ability to review and interpret plans, specifications, and engineer’s estimates (PS&E)
Ability to provide oversight to design and inspection work by consultants
Ability to participate in planning and engineering studies
Ability to manage inspectors and project assistants
Ability to act as a liaison with contractors and consultants
Ability to conduct field investigations, organize materials and make clear, comprehensive and concise written reports

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college or university with an engineering curriculum approved by the Engineers’ Council for Professional Development and/or The Delaware Association of Professional Engineers or New Jersey Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Familiarity with computer-aided design and typical software applications (Microsoft Office Suite and project management software such as Microsoft Project, Capex, Primavera, etc.)
Previous experience in the engineering and/or construction industry is preferred

Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certificates

Valid driver’s license
Must have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination or pass the FE within one (1) year of employment

Special Requirements

Subject to a background investigation and pre‑employment physical including drug test
Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial institution to receive their bi‑weekly pay
Must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, as may be required

The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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