Senior Water Engineer, Land Development

Egis; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Paid time off and flexible holiday

Hybrid and remote opportunities where

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid family leave

Wellness programs

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Egis, a global engineering firm, is seeking a Senior Water Engineer to join our Land Development practice in the Pittsburgh or Camp Hill, PA office. You will lead water resources design, mentored teams, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary staff to deliver compliant, efficient solutions.

PA PE is required and candidates should bring 8+ years of related experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MicroStation, Civil3D, and stormwater software.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Pennsylvania PE license is required.
• 8+ years of water resources design and management experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Experience with stormwater design software.

Responsibilities

• Advance design to agency approval for stormwater, drainage, erosion control, or grading.
• Understand PennDOT or PA Turnpike criteria and standards.
• Prepare quantities, cost estimates, plans, specs, and drainage reports.
• Mentor junior staff and develop technical scope and proposals.
• Coordinate water resource design work to meet scope, schedule and budget.
• Monitor changes and budget variances during project development.
• Apply experience to assess risk and interdependencies across project elements.
• Improve processes for efficiency and quality in water resources tasks.
• Contribute to water resource projects regionally and nationally.

Skills

Civil Engineering

PA PE required

Water resources design

MicroStation

HydroCAD

Hydraflow

Pondpack

SWMM

HEC-RAS

Civil3D

OpenRoads Designer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Civil3D

OpenRoads Designer

HydroCAD

Hydraflow

Pondpack

SWMM

HEC-RAS

Job description

Lochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

Senior Water Engineer, Land Developmentin our Pittsburgh or Camp Hill, PA office.

The Impact You’ll Make (Job Responsibilities)

• Independently progresses design to gain agency approval of at least 3 of the following: stormwater management BMPs, storm drainage systems, erosion & sediment control, grading.
• Demonstrated understanding of either PennDOT or Pennsylvania Turnpike design criteria and standards.
• Experience in the preparation of quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, plans, specifications and drainage reports.
• Mentor and train junior staff members.
• Develop technical scope and price proposals for water resource tasks
• Effectively plan/communicate/coordinate their own work and work of others contributing to water resource design to meet scope, schedule and budget.
• Monitor and communicate project related issues, scope changes and budget variances that may arise during the development of projects.
• Applies experience to see beyond the task at hand to anticipate risk and the effect of their design on other project elements.
• Optimizing work processes by using knowledge of the most effective and efficient ways to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to assist on water resource projects across the region/country.

The Expertise You’ll Bring (Qualifications)

• Four-year degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering degree.
• Pennsylvania PE required.
• 8+ years of experience in related water resources design and management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency designing with MicroStation and stormwater software (HydroCAD, Hydraflow, Pondpack, or SWMM)
• Experience gaining permits/approvals such as: NPDES Permit, DEP General Permit GP-11, Joint Permit Applications and Conservation District.
• Experience preforming hydrological and hydraulic calculations and models using HEC-RAS
• Proficiency designing with Civil3D or Open Roads Designer

Why You'll Thrive at Egis

At Egis, you'll do more than build your career—you'll help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States, we're looking for curious, collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact.

Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts, collaborate across disciplines and borders, and contribute to projects that transform the way people live, move, and connect. Here, you'll be empowered to take on meaningful work, develop new skills, and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader.

What Sets Egis Apart

• Meaningful Projects – Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.
• Global Expertise, Local Impact – Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally.
• Career Growth – Expand your skills through mentorship, professional development, technical training, and leadership opportunities.
• A Culture of Collaboration – Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork drives success.
• Opportunity to Grow with Us – Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas, contributions, and career can grow alongside the business.

Total Rewards That Support You

We believe great work starts with supporting our people. That's why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth, including:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
• Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Paid family leave
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
• Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs

At Egis, we're committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work, continue to grow professionally, and build rewarding, long-term careers.

We're committed to making competitive offers that recognize the unique experience, expertise, and value each candidate brings to our team.

In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive compensation, where applicable, as well as professional development opportunities, and other employee programs.

Equal Employer

Egis is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Egis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Egis require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.