Technical Specialist 2

GAI Consultants, Inc. • Munhall, PA

2d

About The Position

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist 2 for its Civil and Environmental Business Sector. The role supports civil engineering design work in a challenging, fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with opportunities to develop professionally. The successful candidate works under professional engineering staff, receives close supervision on most assignments, and gains mentored experience from a licensed engineer.

The position applies fundamental knowledge and standard techniques to assigned design tasks, supports broader project assignments, and ensures work products meet client, environmental, safety, and ethical requirements. It involves personal task management, adherence to deadlines and scope, and occasional stakeholder interaction. Local and regional travel is expected to account for approximately 10% of the role.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience.
• B.S. in Engineering or another technical degree.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and civil engineering design tasks.
• Strong team collaboration, oral and written communication, design expertise, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and facilitate civil engineering project design tasks.
• Undertake technical and feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with other professionals and discuss requirements with clients.
• Use computer programs to develop detailed designs.
• Ensure work products meet client, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Perform work under professional engineering staff and refer complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Perform basic design tasks.
• Assist with field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.
• Manage personal tasks and adhere to deadlines and project scope.
• Apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to assigned tasks.
• Comply with applicable ethical codes and practice professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.
• Travel locally and regionally, approximately 10% of the time.

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 7 paid holidays.
• An 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