Technical Specialist 1

GAI Consultants, Inc. • Munhall, PA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

GAI is seeking a Civil Technical Specialist to work in its Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office. The role primarily performs hydrologic and hydraulic engineering analyses, including hydraulic modeling and inundation mapping, and prepares summary reports and figures. Projects may include stream and wetland mitigation design, civil site design, utility protection, and infrastructure upgrades and replacements. The role may also involve erosion and sediment control, site layout, drainage design, and site inspections.

This is an entry-level position for someone with foundational engineering concepts gained through undergraduate education. The specialist applies learned knowledge and skills to routine technical work, develops skills through mentoring, and works under close supervision. The position has no managerial responsibilities and receives mentored experience from a licensed engineer.

Requirements

• B.S. in Engineering or another technical degree.
• Entry-level experience; 0 or more years of experience.
• Foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education.
• Basic oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform routine technical work and comply with ethical codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic computations for channels, culverts, bridges, ponds, stream restoration, and flood studies.
• Use H&H software to support hydraulic modeling and analyses.
• Work on civil engineering projects involving erosion and sediment control, site design, and drainage design.
• Use AutoCAD and ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro to develop and edit drawings.
• Conduct fieldwork for site reconnaissance and measurements.
• Prepare technical summary reports for analyses performed.
• Work with a project or task manager and project team to meet client deliverables.
• Manage and contribute to more than one project at a time.
• Travel occasionally, approximately one to two times per month, for project site visits.
• Collect data and gather information or documents.
• Participate in laboratory testing and field investigations.
• Perform basic computations and analyses.
• Assist with preparation of engineering deliverables.
• Observe construction activities.
• Manage personal tasks and adhere to deadlines and scope.
• Interact primarily with internal project team members and apply basic oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Market-based, competitive compensation.
• Performance-driven recognition and development bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Generous paid time off and seven paid holidays.
• One additional floating holiday.
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

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