Linear (Pipeline) Design Engineer

GFT. • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • $75,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Linear (Pipeline) Design Engineer to join its Water/Wastewater Team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The role follows a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance in the office. The position provides technical leadership and support to the engineering team while managing and executing multiple projects involving water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater systems, and pump/lift stations. Work includes planning, design, construction support, preparation of construction documents and specifications, and delivering projects within established budgets and schedules.

The engineer will lead condition assessments of water, wastewater, and storm system assets; develop feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, and basis-of-design reports; coordinate work across disciplines; manage client relationships and project teams; and prepare complete construction packages. The role also includes developing project estimates and schedules, leading engineering calculations and analyses, using design software to resolve complex issues, and mentoring junior engineers and technical staff.

GFT is a privately held AEC firm with more than 5,000 professionals. The company describes its work as contributing to stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives, and states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related field of study.
• 8–15 years of related linear (water pipeline) design experience.
• Project experience including design, permitting, and construction of water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, stormwater systems, water storage tanks, and pump/lift stations.
• Strong, clear, and concise written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Experience managing the preparation of and reviewing and approving project drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Functional experience with MS Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Active participation in regional or national professional associations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead condition assessment evaluations for water, wastewater, and storm system assets, including pipelines and pump/lift stations, using a variety of approaches and technologies.
• Lead preparation of feasibility studies, alternative analyses, and basis-of-design reports for linear water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
• Meet established budgets and delivery schedules for assignments, including project/task scope, schedule, and budget.
• Work directly with clients to determine needs and provide solutions; may lead teams preparing proposals and presentations.
• Coordinate project execution with other disciplines and the Project/Program Manager.
• Develop small to large design projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare complete construction packages, including all deliverables, for engineering, procurement, and construction of water and wastewater systems.
• Create and manage cost estimates and project schedules, and complete design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• Lead detailed engineering calculations and analysis, using design software to solve complex issues.
• Supervise and support others and mentor junior-level engineers and design/drafting technical staff.
• Manage the preparation of, and review and approve, project drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior