Principal Pipe Design Engineer (Large Diameter Water Lines)
Gft
Leading architecture, engineering and construction firm delivering transportation, water, power & buildings solutions.
Lead design and delivery of large‑diameter (24"+) water pipelines and related infrastructure.
6 days ago ago
$156,000 - $190,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Houston, TX
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Enterprise AI
Data Transformation
Platform Modernization
Cloud Migration
Digital Banking
Fintech Solutions
AI‑Driven Customer Service
High‑Performance Computing
Sector Specialisms
Banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Retail Banking
Capital Markets
Asset Management
Virtual Banking
Insurance Life Health
Role
Description
design lead
route planning
documentation
coordination
quality assurance
communication
Review and develop technical documentation, plans, and reports
Collaborate with teams on right-of-way (ROW) acquisitions and utility coordination
Lead the coordination, and execution of large or technically complex engineering assignments
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners
Support the development of design concepts and technical criteria for large-diameter water line projects, including research of complex project elements
Contribute to technical quality while maintaining project timelines
Lead the design of large-diameter water lines (24 inches and up)
Lead route planning, including evaluation of cost-benefit and constructibility
Work collaboratively with engineering staff in a hands-on, delivery-focused environment
Requirements
pe license
bachelors
ms office
10+ years
row
communication
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Familiarity with ROW acquisitions, route studies, and permitting processes
Experience with pump stations or facilities is a plus but not required
10+ years of engineering experience preferred, especially in water line design and/or land development
Experience with large water line projects, including 24-inch diameter pipelines and larger
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Active PE license
Benefits
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Top 500 Design Firm
Ranked in ENR's Top 500
Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.
130+ Offices
National Presence
Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.
Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.
Culture + Values
Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”
Environment + Sustainability
2025 Target
Climate Neutrality
Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.
50% Reduction
Emissions Target
Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.
10% Drop
Emissions Fall
Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.
Rating B
Climate Performance
Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.
Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
77 Graduates Expanded
WomenTech Mentoring Programme
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.
3 Editions in 2022
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.
77 Graduates
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.
Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.