Technical Specialist 2

GAI Consultants; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking a Technical Specialist 2 to join our Civil and Environmental Business Sector. The role involves planning, designing, and facilitating civil engineering tasks while collaborating with clients and professionals. Local travel up to 10% is expected.

Minimum 2+ years of experience and a B.S. in Engineering or a technical degree provide a solid foundation for developing professionally within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil engineering design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic design tasks under supervision.
• Supports field activities, material testing, and report writing.
• Engages with clients and other professionals to discuss requirements.

Skills

Civil design

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking a Technical Specialist 2 to work within our Civil and Environmental Business Sector. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment that will utilize their related experience to develop professionally and grow in today's global environment.

Job Duties

• Plans, designs, and facilitates civil engineer project design tasks
• Undertakes technical and feasibility studies.
• Collaborates with other professionals and discusses requirements with clients.
• Uses computer programs to develop detailed designs.
• Ensures that work products meet client, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Performs work under professional engineering staff.
• Handles basic issues and problems but will refer more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and civil engineering design tasks.
• Strong team collaboration, oral and written communication, design expertise, and problem-solving skills are required.
• This position requires local/regional travel and should be expected to be 10%

General Characteristics

• Acquires fundamental knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area through mentored experience.
• Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
• Understands and complies with ethical codes.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 2+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs basic design tasks.
• Assists on tasks such as field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.

Project and Task Management

• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
• No managerial responsibilities at this level.

Management Responsibility

• Receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, and a general review of all aspects of work.
• Attains mentored experience from a licensed engineer.

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
• Practices professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.
• Engages in few project stakeholder interactions.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Performancedriven 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 + 7 paid holidays
• Anadditionalfloating holiday—use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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