Professional Engineer

Location:

NY Metro Area (Field‑Based). AEIS Metallurgy Lab – South Plainfield, NJ.

Employment Type:

Full‑Time, Exempt.

At AEIS, we do more than inspect — we build confidence in the world around us. Our work supports infrastructure, innovation, and the future of our communities. We value craftsmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement, and we invest in the people who share those values.

AEIS operates a full in‑house NDT Technical Training Program covering MT, UT, Hardness testing, and more. Whether you’re building new skills or enhancing your expertise, you’ll find hands‑on support, mentorship, and real career mobility.

We’re seeking a New York/ New Jersey State Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to serve as a Professional Engineer on DOT and heavy civil infrastructure projects. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for developing project‑specific Quality Plans, supervising QA/QC activities, and ensuring full adherence to DOT and agency requirements.

• Develop and implement Quality Plans per DOT and agency‑specific protocols.
• Monitor site QA/QC activities including inspection, materials testing, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NJDOT, NYS Thruway Authority, and similar agency specifications.
• Prepare inspection reports, progress logs, audit checklists, and quality documentation.
• Ensure contractor submittals and quality procedures meet approval requirements.
• Lead quality audits and agency‑facing documentation reviews.

• Supervise QA/QC staff across field inspection and testing disciplines.
• Coordinate with client reps, construction managers, and AEIS engineers.
• Represent AEIS in progress meetings and quality briefings.

• Active New York / New Jersey State Professional Engineer (PE) License (Mandatory).
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in construction quality management for DOT or agency‑led infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience with NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NJDOT, NYS Thruway Authority, or equivalent agencies.
• 30‑Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training Certification (Mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of transportation construction codes, standards, AHJ specs and quality procedures.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in quality management software and digital reporting tools.
• Additional licensure in NY/NJ (mandatory) or other states – bonus.
• Background in inspection disciplines (geotechnical, concrete, asphalt, coatings, etc.) – bonus.
• Familiarity with Primavera, HCSS, or project controls software – bonus.

$125K - $190K annually. This range is based on national market data and may vary widely by experience and location.

• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Family Leave.
• Professional development certification support.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Parking and transit benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-sponsored discounts (Verizon).
• Cross‑training internal mentorship opportunities.

AEIS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.