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NJSPE Ethics 101 Continuing Education Webinar

January 19, 2024

10AM - 12PM

New Jersey professional engineers are required to earn 24 PDH biennially. 

Two of these credit hours must be in the area of ethics.

This webinar offers 2 PDH credits for NJ Professional Engineers and PE’s in other states that accept NJSPE accredited programs.

The learning objective is to expose the seminar participants to various engineering related professional and statutory codes of ethics to indoctrinate ethics awareness and an understanding of ethical standards common to all jurisdictions, including those of the participants, so that the participants understand the boundaries of ethical engineering behavior. The program is broken into several parts. Introduction to common statutory and regulatory ethics rules; review of the NationalSociety of ProfessionalEngineers Code ofEthics with examples of common ethics rules, illustrative case studies to consider, with emphasis on the similarities and difference between governmental and professional society sanctions; practical reasons for ethical practice, how unethical practice can present professional liability, legal, licensure, moral and public health, safety and welfare issues.

Cost: Members: $65  |  Non-Members - $135

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NJSPE December Continuing Education Webinar

Did you happen to miss our December Continuing Education Webinar? No need to fret – you can now conveniently purchase and access it here.

This course centers on two primary subjects within the scope of fender system design: design energy and fender panel design. Initially, it explores the principles involved in calculating the berthing energy of vessels. This step holds paramount importance in the overall fender design process. The subsequent section of the course is dedicated to the intricacies of designing fender panels. It covers various aspects such as components incl. accessories, different scenarios such as multiple fender contact, panel structure and includes best practices and hands-on examples. A consistent theme throughout the course is the holistic approach to fender system design. This approach encompasses all facets of the project, including components, manufacturing, project conditions, and goes beyond the boundaries of rubber production. 

This course centers on two primary subjects within the scope of fender system design: design energy and fender panel design. Initially, it explores the principles involved in calculating the berthing energy of vessels. This step holds paramount importance in the overall fender design process. The subsequent section of the course is dedicated to the intricacies of designing fender panels. It covers various aspects such as components incl. accessories, different scenarios such as multiple fender contact, panel structure and includes best practices and hands-on examples. A consistent theme throughout the course is the holistic approach to fender system design. This approach encompasses all facets of the project, including components, manufacturing, project conditions, and goes beyond the boundaries of rubber production. 

Historic Witherspoon Street is located within Princeton’s Central Business District (CBD) and is considered the municipal “Main Street” of Princeton. Last improved in the prior century, the roadway corridor focused on vehicle use and parking; sidewalks were narrow and street trees were limited. Improvements were needed to reimagine the street as a downtown main street. Princeton’s community vision was to create a vibrant pedestrian environment while still accommodating business patrons and operations. This project, extending from Nassau Street (Route 27) to Green Street, is the first of three phases to improve the corridor. After sixteen months of community engagement, over twenty design concepts, and coordination of highway intersection improvements with the New Jersey Department of Transportation, Princeton adopted a design which converts a portion of the roadway into a one-way pedestrianized space. The southern roadway section from Nassau to Spring Street was converted from a two-way 40’ wide vehiclecentric street into a 12’ one-way street with a 10’ service lane; concrete pavers are used on both the road and sidewalk to convey that this is a community space. Wider sidewalks accommodate outdoor dining, enhanced landscaping, and furnishings for a comfortable pedestrian experience. A reduced speed limit, mid-block raised crosswalk, and a curb extension at Spring Street serve to calm traffic. Green infrastructure elements include urban tolerant trees, landscaping, and concrete pavers with porous joints to improve flood and energy resiliency. North of Spring Street, the original two-way traffic pattern is maintained and curb extensions, wider sidewalks and an exclusive pedestrian traffic signal phase at Paul Robeson Place further enhance pedestrian safety. The resulting design preserves the best of Princeton, improves the pedestrian experience, and facilitates opportunities for a desirable and sustainable CBD with a promenade feel and a flexible space that complements the historic roadway’s characteristics.

Tejal Patel Honored With

Best 50 Women in Business Award

Congratulations to Tejal Patel, NJSPE Past President, for being named one of NJBIZ’s Best Fifty Women in Business!

This is a well-deserved honor in which NJBIZ recognizes 50 women who have made a significant impact on New Jersey business and the community at large. This year’s honorees were drawn from hundreds of nominations – a testament to the myriad accomplishments of the 2023 class.

Tejal has over two decades of experience in the management and design of transportation planning and infrastructure, traffic engineering, and private site development. She is most proud of her contributions to the field’s advancement, her commitment to mentorship and advocacy, and her ability to overcome challenges and inspire others. Read more about Tejal on page 22 in NJBIZ’s special edition.

Call for Nominations for NJSPE Awards – 2024

The NJSPE Awards were established to honor individuals and firms for achievements in the practice and profession of engineering. It is important that we recognize those who have given the best for the advancement of the profession, and to the society. This year’s awards will be presented at the Installation & Awards Dinner in June 2024.

We are reaching out to the Engineering community for nomination submissions for the following awards viewable by clicking the button below.

Submission Deadline: Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Legislative Update

Davis Bacon application to survey workers and inspectors

Given the new, broad definition of “subcontractor” issued in a Final Rule by the Department of Labor, the question of whether a specific survey crew member – regardless of his or her employer - is covered by the Davis Bacon Act will be a question of fact which considers the actual duties performed by the worker.

Survey crew members who spend most of their time on a covered project taking or assisting in taking measurements would likely be covered by Davis Bacon (if they do not meet the test for a professional exemption) if their work is:

1. Performed on the site of construction;
2. Immediately prior to or during construction; and
3. In direct support of construction crews.

With regards to inspectors/material testers, the DOL’s current Field Operations Handbook includes a specific, but limited, exception that would exempt them from Davis Bacon coverage. The DOL’s Handbook is subject to revision without notice or warning, but we have seen no sign indicating that the DOL is revisiting its current policy currently.

Nominate a Deserving Individual for the

2024 NSPE Fellows Program

The National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) is now seeking nominations for the 2024 NSPE Fellows program. The NSPE Fellows designation is the highest honor that NSPE can bestow on a member. It is awarded to engineers who have made significant contributions to the engineering profession and to society as a whole.

To learn more about the NSPE Fellows program and to nominate an individual, please click the button bellow.

Submission Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2024

We STRONGLY encourage applications to be submitted at least three weeks in advance, giving you time to resolve any incomplete applications and ensure your nomination has the chance for success. 

NJSPE is Rolling Out Our

2024 Year Long Sponsorship Program

Seize the opportunity to showcase your company to a wide audience of Professional Engineers with NJSPE!

We offer a range of services to boost your brand within the professional community. Our website receives hundreds of monthly visits, and our online training courses are popular among NJSPE members and Professional Engineers.

Take advantage of our extensive email database, which includes all licensed PEs across the state. Let NJSPE effortlessly promote your company.

Sign up as a 2024 yearlong sponsor today, and your sponsorships will start immediately, providing added marketing value for your group!

Have more questions about our sponsorship program? Email Meagan Rosina at mrosina@njpsi.com or visit njspe.org/njspe-year-long-sponsorships

Enroll in the Enterprise program

Enterprise membership allows a company to sponsor NSPE membership for multiple employee engineers and to design specialized benefits around their needs. Through the Enterprise program, NSPE will develop a package option perfectly suited to your organization.

Why should your company enroll its engineers in NSPE?

• NSPE membership is an employment benefit that will help you hire and keep the best engineers a real competitive edge for your company.
• By joining NSPE at a corporate level, your clients will recognize your company's commitment to engineering and ethical best practices, and will trust that your engineers will provide them with the best service available.
• Your employees will recognize your commitment to their professional growth, and will remain loyal and engaged.
• Employees will benefit from maximum access, value and convenience in everything NSPE membership has to offer.
• Your company may also be able to save on its professional liability premiums. Through NSPE benefit partner Victor, qualifying engineering firms are eligible for an underwriting premium credit of up to 5% if at least 50% of the firm's professional staff are NSPE members.

For more information on Enterprise Membership, or to receive a

customized package for your organization, contact NSPE Member Services

at 888-285 NSPE (6773) or memserv@nspe.org

Save The Dates!

NJSPE Spring 2024 Networking Event

Friday, March 1, 2024

9am-12pm

Location TBD

NJSPE Installation & Awards Reception

Friday, June 27, 2024

6:30-10:30pm

Mercer Oaks Country Club

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Glenn M. Beckmeyer, Sr., PE    

Beckmeyer Engineering, P.C.

Joseph Breder, PE      

STV Inc.

Sara Cadavid (Student)

Chris Matthew Hausheer (Student)             

Middlesex College

Alan R. Hildebrant, PE   

Aaron Isaac & Hildebrant

Thomas Lapolla, PE

TRC Companies

Stephen Mohan, PE    

WJM Engiineering

Preksha Patel (Student)

The College of New Jersey

Panagiota Perdikis (Student)

Lucas Schneid Lopes (Student)

The College of New Jersey