Transportation Engineer Jobs in New Jersey
Transportation Engineer jobs in New Jersey are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in highway and bridge design, traffic operations, and transit infrastructure across one of the most infrastructure-intensive states in the country, with openings at every level from junior designer to senior project manager. The heaviest hiring activity is in Newark, Trenton, and Cherry Hill, where firms like AECOM, WSP, and NJ Transit anchor the market. The most sought-after specialties include traffic signal engineering, interchange design, and multimodal planning tied to NJDOT and NJ Transit project pipelines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description :
Summary
This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the operation by actively applying continuous improvement methods to support new and existing operations. The Engineer will identify and drive change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and advanced lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the operation. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations Management.
- Transportation experience and knowledge (transportation modeling, route optimization, hours of service, etc.) (REQUIRED)
- Analytic mindset and experience maintaining Power BI dashboards ( REQUIRED)
- Proficiency in Excel and Power BI ( REQUIRED)
- Experience with Appian Direct Route or other transportation modeling software (PREFERRED)
Essential Functions
- Collects data and performs statistical analysis. Maps and documents processes. Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement. Develop and manage a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for our customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in the key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
- Manages and completes CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results. Assesses CI initiatives and provides input and recommendations on future activities. Support go-live and steady state certifications. Identify and support Automation projects. Regularly interacts with operations management and/or customer(s).
- Develop and Demonstrate competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards. Coach employees in the use and implementation of CI, and Lean principles. Apply engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve transportation operations.
- Effective facilitation and execution Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation / creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results in Kaizen week, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment). Coach process owners on how to use lean methods to achieve operational excellence
- Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against the site objectives. Makes Supply Chain strategy recommendations
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal skills , Required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills Essential for influencing, reporting, and engaging diverse audiences. Ability to effectively present project outcomes to internal and external customers at all organizational levels, "telling the story" in a clear, concise, and compelling manner., Required
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). , Required
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment , Required
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills , Required
- System and change implementation skills, Required
- Ability to work independently and as a leader or member of a team, Required
- Ability to manage cross-functional CI projects from beginning to sustained results, Required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field, Required
- 5 years or more in related work experience in the Transportation or Supply Chain Industry, Required
- Transportation Experience Necessary (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL), Required
- Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio. Expert, Required
- Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX,etc.) Intermediate, Preferred
- Functional Experience in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization Beginner, Required
- Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Intermediate, Required
- Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft/Optilogic, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau/Power BI. Intermediate, Preferred
- Lean Methodology, Preferred
- Supply Chain Logistics Certification, Preferred
Travel
- Occasionally (flexibility to travel as needed)
Job Category: Continuous Improvement
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Compensation Information :
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type :
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
95000Maximum Pay Range:
110000Benefits Information :
For all Full-time positions only : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation engineer jobs across New Jersey.
- Active New Jersey Professional Engineer license or EIT registration working toward PE
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency in traffic modeling software such as Synchro, VISSIM, or HCS
- Experience with NJDOT design standards, specifications, and project delivery processes
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for roadway and intersection design
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and agency coordination
Transportation Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transportation engineer in New Jersey?
The standard path begins with a bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn an Engineer-in-Training designation. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed engineer, you apply to the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors to sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam and earn your New Jersey PE license, which most employers require for independent project work.
How much do transportation engineers make in New Jersey?
Transportation engineers in New Jersey earn a median of about $104,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,640 for the lowest 10% to over $169,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire transportation engineers in New Jersey?
Employers hiring transportation engineers in New Jersey right now include Greenman-Pedersen, AECOM, and Bowman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense network of NJDOT contracts, NJ Transit capital programs, and county and municipal roadway projects sustains demand at both large engineering consultancies and smaller regional firms throughout the state.
Which New Jersey cities have the most transportation engineer jobs?
Elmwood Park, Belmar, and Newark have the most transportation engineer openings in New Jersey. Newark drives volume as the state's largest city and a hub for major consultancies serving NJDOT and NJ Transit contracts, while Trenton concentrates state-agency and government-adjacent work, and Cherry Hill anchors South Jersey hiring tied to regional highway and toll infrastructure projects.
Are there remote transportation engineer jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. About 67% of transportation engineer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field's heavy reliance on site visits, field data collection, and in-person agency coordination. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are CAD drafting, traffic analysis, report writing, and preliminary design work that does not require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a transportation engineer in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior engineer or engineer-in-training role at a consultancy holding active NJDOT or county contracts, where new graduates support senior engineers on real project tasks from day one. AECOM, WSP, and Kimley-Horn run structured new-graduate programs in their New Jersey offices. Holding an EIT certification and completing a senior capstone or internship with a New Jersey public agency gives a candidate a measurable edge in the screening process.
Where can I find and apply to transportation engineer jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to transportation engineer jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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