Highway Engineer

TranSystems; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Transportation/Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team in Pittsburgh. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for entry-level engineers to work on diverse projects, including plan preparation, geometric design, and drainage design. You will collaborate closely with experienced Project Managers and Engineers, enhancing your technical skills while contributing to impactful transportation projects. The firm values teamwork and communication, making it an ideal environment for professionals eager to grow and learn. Join a company that prioritizes innovation and community engagement while offering a hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Access to company vehicle for inspection work

Comprehensive health benefits package

401(k) company match

Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in transportation required.
• 0 to 4 years of experience in transportation engineering assignments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare contract plans and specifications with quality and efficiency.
• Develop calculations and analyze design options for engineering designs.
• Maintain organized design calculations and project data.

Skills

Transportation Engineering

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Bentley MicroStation

InRoads or OpenRoads

Job description

Overview

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

Gannett Fleming TranSystems’ Pittsburgh office has an immediate opening for a Transportation/Civil Engineer. This position is open to entry level engineers up through 4 years of experience. This position includes plan preparation, quantity calculation, geometric design, drainage design, MPT, specifications, cost estimates and other related tasks. Day to day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by Project Managers and Project Engineers. Candidates with a background in preliminary engineering or development of detailed plans and specification writing are preferred; and must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment on multi-disciplinary projects. Assignments may involve travel within the continental United States.

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):

• Design assignments involving preparation of contract plans and specifications requiring quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets and schedules
• Develop calculations and analyze design options to support engineering designs
• Maintain organized design calculations and project data
• Calculation of quantities and development of cost estimates
• Prepare plans and technical specifications; as well as letters, technical reports, sketches, tables, and other documents required for design submissions
• Office support for construction support services
• Review shop drawing submittals. Organize submittals and address questions from contractors during the construction phases
• Follow project delivery and quality control procedures and standards in compliance with client and company specific guidelines on time and within budget.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in transportation from an ABET-accredited university or college
• 0 to 4 years of experience in transportation engineering assignments
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam is strongly encouraged
• Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple project demands and transitioning priorities
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License
• No relocation assistance - Local candidates preferred
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Engineer-in-Training certification
• Experience with Bentley MicroStation
• Experience in InRoads or OpenRoads
• Familiarity with AASHTO and PennDOT design codes

Work Environment:

• The work environment is primarily in an office and will occasionally include field work.
• The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, depending on field assignments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, construction and field assignments can be severe (i.e. Airport noise, inside factories, construction equipment, jack hammers, etc).
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and drive a car. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Access to company vehicle for inspection work.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, parental & caregiver leave, and employer paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD.
• 401(k) company match.
• Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender , sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.