Bridge CADD Design Technician

GFT; Marlton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Bridge CADD Technician to join the Transportation group at Marlton, NJ or New York office, with a hybrid work model requiring regular attendance in Marlton. The role focuses on drafting and modeling for bridges and roadway structures using CADD and OpenBridge Modeling, supporting resilient, multimodal transportation projects.

You'll gather field data, create construction plans, and collaborate within a roadway design team to ensure plans meet design standards while developing

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of applicable experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in CADD and MS Office suite.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical drafting for bridge and roadway designs.
• Create and modify drawings and 3D models using CADD software.
• Collect field data and develop construction plans.
• Work within a roadway design group to complete projects.

Skills

Proficiency in CADD

Strong oral and written communication

Education

Associate’s degree in CADD Design, Engineering Technology or a related field

Tools

CADD software

MS Office

Job description

What You Will Do

As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a Bridge CADD Technician to be at the forefront of digital delivery and to support our Transportation group at our Marlton, NJ or New York office. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Marlton, NJ office. Working on the bridge team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature bridge projects here.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

In this role, you will apply your technical skills to support the design and development of bridges and roadway structures, contributing to projects that shape transportation infrastructure. You will translate engineering concepts into accurate construction plans using CADD and OpenBridge Modeling, gather and analyze field data, and prepare design details that support larger engineering efforts. Working within a collaborative roadway design group, you will balance technical precision with problem-solving, ensuring that plans and 3D models meet design standards while advancing your expertise in bridge and roadway engineering.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Provide technical assistance and drafting for transportation tasks and plan development related to bridge and roadway structure design.
• Perform assignments of limited scope requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in drafting engineering drawings.
• Prepare plans and details of limited complexity in support of broader engineering activities.
• Create and modify technical drawings and 3D models using CADD software.
• Collect field data to be used for design.
• Utilize CADD to develop construction plans.
• Work within a roadway design group to complete projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education | Experience

What You'll Bring To Our Firm

• Associate’s degree in CADD Design, Engineering Technology or a related field.
• 2–10 years of applicable experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in CADD.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Knowledge of OpenRoads and OpenBridge Modeling a plus but not required.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $95,000; Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $95,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Marlton, NJ or New York, NY

Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM

Employment Status: Full-time

Salary Range: $60,000 - $95,000: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.