Bridge CADD Design Technician

GFT; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Bridge CADD Technician to join our Transportation group in Marlton, NJ, or New York office. This role involves technical assistance and drafting for projects that enhance transportation infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in CADD Design or a related field, possess CADD proficiency, and have strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of applicable experience preferred.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads and OpenBridge Modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and drafting for transportation tasks.
• Prepare plans and details of limited complexity in support of engineering activities.
• Create and modify technical drawings and 3D models.

Skills

CADD Proficiency

Strong communication skills

Experience with MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree in CADD Design or related field

Tools

CADD software

Job description

What You Will Do

As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a Bridge CADD Technician to support our Transportation group at 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 offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Projects include highways, bridges, traffic engineering, and resilient design.

Your Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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, Outlook).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Preferred

• Knowledge of OpenRoads and OpenBridge Modeling a plus.

Compensation

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

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, 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 and access to internal and external training programs.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Location & Work Hours

Location: Marlton, NJ or New York, NY. Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM. Employment Status: Full‑time.