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GAI Consultants, Inc.

Power Generation EIT 1

GAI Consultants, Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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Position Summary GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an EIT 1 to work with the Power Generation Business Sector on primarily Power Generation projects and, when needed, other regional projects. GAI offers employees the ability to work remotely or in a hybrid setting. The successful candidate will be based out of the Pittsburgh, PA or Richmond, VA office and will perform both design and monitoring tasks under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer.

Key Responsibilities

Site Grading Plans

Erosion and Sediment Control Plans

Stormwater Management Plans

Hydrologic and Hydraulic / Drainage Plans

Utility Design and Relocation Plans

Maintenance and Protection of Traffic Plans

Geotechnical Investigations

Permit Applications (earth disturbance permits, building permits, land development plans, high occupancy permits, etc.)

Access Road Section Development

Construction Drawings, Specifications, and Quality Control Plans

Construction Cost Estimates

Owner's Engineer Support During Construction

Field Investigations

Daily/Weekly Construction Inspections

Earthwork Construction Quality Control

Compaction Testing

Concrete Testing

ESC Inspections

SWPPP Inspections

Environmental Monitoring

Will travel to project sites as needed, primarily in the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic regions.

Physical Requirements

Work indoors in professional office settings.

Sit for extended periods while performing computer‑based tasks.

Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.

Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work.

Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment.

Lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10–20 pounds.

Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings.

Travel for meetings, training, or business purposes.

General Characteristics

Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate‑level education.

Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience.

Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.

Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.

Minimum Years Of Experience

Entry / 0+

Education

B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification / Licensure

Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained engineer‑in‑training (EIT) or engineering‑intern (EI) certification.

Technical Responsibilities

Collects data and gathers information or documents.

Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations.

Performs basic computations or analysis.

Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables.

Observes construction activities.

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 all aspects of assignments.

Receives mentorship from a licensed engineer.

Communication Skills

Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership.

Interacts primarily with internal project team members.

Why GAI At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits to Working at GAI

Competitive salary – GAI is committed to paying market‑based salaries

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company‑paid Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)

New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program

Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays

401k company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

Driver's License

EIT

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