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Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer

Holbert Apple Associates
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026
Brief Description

GPI is currently seeking a Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer to join our Pittsburgh, PA office. As the successful candidate, you will have an interest in stormwater management and drainage design for transportation related projects throughout the United States. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience in hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, floodplain mapping, transportation drainage design, and stormwater management permitting. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, designing, and implementation of effective drainage systems on a wide variety of challenging and complex hydrologic and hydraulic projects. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation 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

  • Storm drainage design, stormwater management, BMP analysis and design, stream restoration, floodplain studies, familiarity with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, TR-55, and/or other similar hydrologic, hydraulic, and drainage engineering design programs
  • Perform hydrologic and hydraulic studies utilizing HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS or SMS SRH 2D
  • Prepare Stormwater Management Plans for sites with complex drainage
  • Exercise knowledge of the construction process as it relates to permitting and surveying

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
  • 2 or more years of professional engineering experience related to the performance of infrastructure, hydrology, and hydraulics design related projects
  • Experience with Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) modeling of riverine systems, 1D/2D modeling, Dam breach analysis, floodplain delineation, culvert, and bridge hydraulics, scour analysis, erosion and sediment control design, FEMA flood hazard requirements, plan review, and plan and report preparation.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation or ArcGIS

Requirements

  • 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

Summary

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/VNotice To Third-Party Agencies

GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity.

GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.

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