Job Description

Staff Engineer - Outside Plant

Location: Client Field Offices across New Jersey ( Blackwood, NJ OR Paterson, NJ )

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us: CARIAN is a leading, women-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power, renewables, and utilities sectors. We specialize in program management and business intelligence services, partnering with Fortune 500 utilities to navigate complex challenges and deliver transformative results.

We are seeking a Staff Engineer – Outside Plant Construction to support critical utility projects across New Jersey. This position provides both engineering and construction support for outside plant utility projects such as Overhead Transmission and Distribution project, working directly in client field offices and ensuring seamless coordination between engineering requirements and construction execution. You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within scope.

Position Summary

The Staff Engineer will be responsible for providing technical expertise and construction oversight for outside plant utility projects, including engineering support, field inspections, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site engineering and construction support for outside plant (e.g. overhead transmission and distribution) utility projects.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to both engineering and construction.
• Monitor construction progress and address field issues to ensure compliance with project requirements, safety, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with utility regulations, safety standards, and permitting requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to coordinate technical aspects and address field challenges.
• Develop and maintain accurate project documentation and status reports.
• Utilize Power BI or similar tools to track and report on key performance metrics.
• Travel to various project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Science, Business, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel to project sites.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and utility standards.
• Ability to work independently and in the field under varying site conditions.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management tools.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment

CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender expression or identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local legally protected class.

As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $85,000 – $110,000 annually. This range represents a good-faith estimate at the time of posting; actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.

Employment is contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining valid authorization to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor, and will not sponsor, employment-based visas or provide immigration support for this position.

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