Municipal Water Engineer

GFT. • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • $110,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Municipal Water/Wastewater Engineer to join its Water/Wastewater practice in Mercer, Pennsylvania. The role involves planning, designing, and supporting construction of municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure, while contributing technical expertise and mentoring junior staff. The successful candidate will be a self-starter capable of leading medium- to large-scale projects and delivering high-quality work with a customer-centric approach.

The Water/Wastewater practice works on water resources and environmental projects including dams and levees, water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. The position includes treatment facility design, project coordination, client engagement, permitting, and construction contract management. The work environment is hybrid, combining in-person and remote work.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license.
• At least 7 years of experience in the water/wastewater discipline, particularly designing water and/or wastewater infrastructure through studies, plans, and specifications.
• Progressive experience evaluating, designing, permitting, and administering construction for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, water storage and distribution facilities, and wastewater collection systems.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to be both a leader and a team player.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to conduct effective client presentations and prepare written reports.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with small- and large-diameter pipes, pipelines, and gravity sewers.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or BIM.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning, design, and construction administration for municipal and industrial water and wastewater infrastructure facilities and projects.
• Interact with clients, deliver presentations, and coordinate projects.
• Coordinate work with technical staff and consultants, including developing and implementing study and design standards, leading progress meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, and tracking schedules and budgets.
• Design water and wastewater treatment facilities, including preparing basis of design reports, plans, specifications, calculations, cost estimates, condition assessments, and technical evaluations.
• Coordinate work and communicate with municipalities and governmental regulatory agencies.
• Oversee construction contract management and construction observation services.
• Prepare technical reports and permit applications.
• Supervise and mentor junior-level engineers.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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