Civil Designer II – Pipeline & Utility
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Job Summary
RETTEW is seeking a motivated Designer 2 to support our Natural Sciences team within the Environmental and Geotechnology this role you will contribute to pipeline utility and environmental design projects by producing technical drawings and supporting permitting and restoration design efforts. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed design work and collaborating with technical teams to deliver quality project solutions.
About RETTEW
RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm that has been helping clients solve complex challenges since 1969. Our teams collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative practical solutions that strengthen infrastructure and support the communities we serve. Built on a culture of ownership collaboration and continuous improvement we empower our employee-owners to grow their careers while delivering meaningful results for our clients.
Work Environment
Worplace Designation: Hybrid
Location: Pittsburgh PA
This position primarily involves office-based design work with collaboration across multidisciplinary project teams. Hybrid work flexibility may be available based on project needs and team coordination.
Position Summary / What Youll Do
As a Designer 2 supporting the Natural Sciences team you will produce technical drawings and assist with design tasks for gas waterline and utility projects. Your work will directly support permitting environmental restoration and pipeline design efforts that help deliver safe compliant and efficient infrastructure solutions.
Responsibilities / Day-to-Day
- Prepare technical drawings using Civil 3D and other design software for pipeline and utility projects
- Assist with preparation of erosion and sediment control plans permit exhibits and restoration drawings
- Develop plan views profiles and data sheets for linear utility projects
- Support design teams with basic grading and utility crossing layouts
- Maintain organized digital project files in accordance with company standards
- Coordinate with Project Managers Designers and Environmental Scientists to support project deliverables
- Perform QA/QC checks to ensure drawings meet company and client standards
- Provide input to project teams for estimating and design coordination when needed
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree or technical training in drafting design or related field
- Minimum eight years of CADD experience
- Minimum six years design experience
- Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D
- General understanding of linear utility or pipeline projects
- Experience preparing permit plans or construction drawings
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Preferred
- Experience with erosion and sediment control design
- Experience processing GPS data
- Familiarity with Vault System in Civil 3D
- GIS experience
- Experience with IFA IFB or IFC drawing preparation
- Exposure to pipeline construction or utility design
What We Offer
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) giving you a stake in the companys success
- Competitive medical dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off with flexibility
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Paid professional association memberships
- A collaborative employee-owned culture where your work makes an impact
RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process please contact us at to request assistance. #LI-Hybrid
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About Company
RETTEW brings our clients' goals and dreams to life on time and on budget with our wide and varied expertise: we offer more than 600 engineering, environmental, surveying planning, safety, and related consulting services.