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Sr. Water Resources Land Development Engineer

Lochner
Pittsburgh, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Mar 2026

About the role

Job DetailsJob Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15212Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: Water / DrainageAbout Lochner

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

Are you ready to join us on this journey?

As a people-centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.  Lochner – learn more about us

 

Your impact: 


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. 


 

Who you are:


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)


 

Preferred Qualifications:


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


 
Commitment Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.

Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes:


Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
Paid Family Leave
Retirement Plan with Employer Match 
Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
Education and Training Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service


What we offer – Learn more

 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move l

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