Senior Water Engineer, Land Development

Egis in the U.S.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 2x

Paid time off

Hybrid and remote opportunities where–

Life insurance and disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) with em

Education assistance, professional dev

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Senior Water Engineer, Land Development for our Pittsburgh or Camp Hill, PA offices. You will independently advance water resources designs, secure agency approvals, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with teams to meet scope and budget.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree, PA PE license, 8+ years of related experience, and proficiency with MicroStation, HydroCAD, Hydraflow, PondPack, SWMM, and Civil3D/Open Roads Designer.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PA PE license required.
• 8+ years in water resources design and management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with PennDOT or PA Turnpike criteria.
• Experience with NPDES/GP-11 permits & joint permit apps.
• Experience hydrologic/hydraulic modeling with HEC-RAS.
• Proficiency with Civil3D or Open Roads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Progress design to agency approval for water resource tasks.
• Mentor and train junior staff members.
• Develop technical scope and price proposals for water work.
• Coordinate own work and team work to meet scope and budget.
• Track scope changes and budget variances on projects.
• Apply experience to anticipate risk and cross-project effects.
• Improve processes with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Support water resource projects across the region.

Skills

Water resources design

Communication skills

Mentoring

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PA Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

HydroCAD

Hydraflow

PondPack

SWMM

Civil3D/Open Roads Designer

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.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Water Engineer, Land Development in our Pittsburgh or Camp Hill, PA office.

The Impact You’ll Make

• 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.

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

Additional Information

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.