Civil Engineer - Municipal Design

GPI is seeking a Civil Engineer - Municipal design professional to join our Western PA office in Erie, PA. Candidates must hold a Professional Engineer License in the state of Pennsylvania.

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

• Design and prepare calculations and specifications for various water, wastewater, stormwater, and general municipal projects
• Prepare project plans for process water/wastewater, instrumentation and controls, site plans, and utility plans to support project approval and construction
• Review civil engineering plans, including public infrastructure, private, commercial, and residential development plans to ensure compliance with relevant codes
• Evaluation and review of stormwater management permits and plans
• Interact with clients regarding ongoing and future public works projects
• Attend meetings, including staff meetings and municipal board meetings as needed
• Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets/schedules
• Preparation of technical documents/reports
• Actively participate in the water/wastewater industry, stay well-informed of new technologies, and participation in professional societies
• Support new business development by contributing to the company’s strategic planning, marketing, and business operations planning
• Assist with the preparation of requests for proposals (RFP’s)
• Assist project teams, mentor junior staff, and review project assignments

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in civil or environmental engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of water/wastewater experience
• A professional engineering (PE) license in the state of Pennsylvania is required
• Understanding of Pennsylvania regulations specific to sanitary sewers, water/wastewater treatment systems
• Ability to work within multiple design disciplines and meet demanding schedules

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working