Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Blueprints, Business Skills, Capital Project, Civil Engineering, Construction Administration, Construction Management, Consulting, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Economics, Engineer in Training (EIT), Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Infrastructure Construction, Land Development, Leadership, Mentoring, Surveying, Technical Analysis, Technical Delivery, Time Management, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Transportation Engineering, Zoning
Description
Associate Engineer
Ready to build a career, not just start a job? Artheon is looking for curious, driven engineers to join our growing team and help shape the infrastructure that communities rely on every day. Whether your background is in civil engineering, environmental science, or infrastructure design, you'll find real projects, real mentorship, and real room to grow here — not busywork on the sidelines.
About Artheon
Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we deliver high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.
About this role
This role is a launchpad, not a landing spot. Artheon invests in early-career engineers because we promote from within — your growth is the plan, not an afterthought. As an Associate Engineer, you'll get hands-on exposure across municipal engineering disciplines — transportation, water and wastewater, infrastructure — and see firsthand how a project moves from first sketch to ribbon-cutting.
If you're the kind of person who wants to understand why things are built the way they are, not just how, this is where that curiosity gets put to work.
Grow Your Career with Blueprint
This role includes a guaranteed seat in Blueprint, our new early career leadership program for engineers looking to grow beyond the typical entry-level experience. Over six months, participants take part in a hands-on curriculum covering professional development, business acumen, and project delivery — including case studies, simulations, and role-play exercises. The program covers topics like project economics, communication, and leadership fundamentals, and concludes with an in-person capstone event where participants present their work and outline goals for the year ahead.
Your Future Starts With A Plan.
What You'll Do
Municipal Review & Technical Analysis
- Review site plans, subdivision and land development applications, and capital improvement projects for compliance with municipal ordinances and standards
- Support planning board and zoning board reviews by preparing technical comments and reports
- Be the clear, professional voice in conversations with boards, applicants, inspectors, and your internal team
Engineering & Design
- Get hands-on with design work on municipal infrastructure projects like roadway improvements — plans, specifications, and everything in between
- Run engineering calculations and analysis alongside senior engineers who'll show you the ropes
Construction Administration
- Get out in the field: coordinate with inspectors and see real conditions up close
- Learn how projects actually get built, not just designed
Mentorship & Growth
- Work side-by-side with experienced engineers (including recently licensed PEs) who are invested in your success
- Take part in Artheon's peer mentor program and other professional development opportunities
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or you're on track to take the exam
- Confidence communicating in writing and in person — including public meetings
- Genuine interest in municipal engineering work
- Willingness to work from and commit to the Neptune/Tinton Falls, NJ office
Bonus points for
- Internship or co-op experience in civil or municipal engineering
- Familiarity with municipal infrastructure, transportation, or water/wastewater projects
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software
Benefits
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.