Technical Specialist 2

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-based compensation

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Company-paid disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking a Technical Specialist 2 to contribute to civil and environmental projects in a fast-paced, team-based setting. The role emphasizes design tasks, technical studies, and client collaboration within our Civil and Environmental Business Sector.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of civil engineering experience, a B.S. in engineering or a technical degree, and working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D. Local/regional travel is expected at ~10%.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in civil engineering or a related field.
• B.S. Engineering or other technical degree required.
• Strong collaboration, communication, design, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and facilitates civil engineering 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 refers complex issues to higher-level staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Oral and written communication

Design expertise

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. Engineering or other technical degree

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

• Market based, competitive compensation
• Performance driven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
• An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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