Linear (Pipeline) Design Engineer

GFT; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Linear (Pipeline) Design Engineer to join its Water/Wastewater Team in Pittsburgh, PA. This role involves managing design projects for sustainable water management, including condition assessments and feasibility studies. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering field and 8-15 years of relevant design experience. The position offers a hybrid work model, a comprehensive benefits package, and a salary range of $75,000 - $150,000 depending on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of related linear (water pipeline) design experience.
• Project experience with water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems.
• Experience managing project drawings, specifications, and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage condition assessments for water, wastewater, and storm system assets.
• Lead feasibility studies and design reports for linear projects.
• Prepare complete construction packages for projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Project management

Design software proficiency

MS Office applications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Linear (Pipeline) Design Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater Team in any of our Pennsylvania offices. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in the office.

Joining the water resources team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission.

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 each assignment.
• Work directly with clients to determine needs, provide solutions, and lead teams in proposal preparation and presentations.
• Coordinate execution of projects 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 the engineering, procurement, and construction of water and wastewater systems.
• Create and manage cost estimates and project schedules to complete design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• Lead preparation of detailed engineering calculations and analysis, using design software to solve complex issues.
• Supervise and support the work of others and mentor junior level engineers and design/drafting staff.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 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 preparation of and reviewing and approving project drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Functional experience with MS Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $150,000, depending on experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) 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.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location

Mechanicsburg, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Mercer, PA; State College, PA; Valley Forge, PA; Philadelphia, PA

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Full‑Time

Equal Opportunity Employer

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or other characteristics protected by law.