Bridge Designer – Hybrid Role in Transportation Innovation

GFT.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

401(k) savings plan

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Bridge Designer in Pittsburgh to join our Transportation Practice. The role follows a hybrid work model and focuses on structural design and analysis for highway/railway bridges, inspections, load ratings, and related activities.

You will work under supervision, contributing to cost estimating and construction plan development. Requirements include a BS in Civil Engineering, 0–4 years of experience, and proficiency with CADD.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Fundamentals of Engineering has been taken and passed, preferred.
• 0 to 4 years of experience.
• Experience with CADD required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares details and plans for highway/railway bridges and related structures.
• Assists with bridge inspection activities under direction of Inspection Team Leader.
• Assists with structural design activities for routine structures under direction of Design Team Leader.
• Gathers, calculates and records information for cost estimating.
• Prepares basic specifications and reviews shop drawings for contract compliance.
• Develops construction plans using 2D/3D/3D CAD tools.
• Works as part of a project team within the bridge discipline.

Skills

CADD

Bridge design

MS Office

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

GFT is seeking a Bridge Designer in Pittsburgh to join our Transportation Practice. The role follows a hybrid work model and focuses on structural design and analysis for highway/railway bridges, inspections, load ratings, and related activities.

You will work under supervision, contributing to cost estimating and construction plan development. Requirements include a BS in Civil Engineering, 0–4 years of experience, and proficiency with CADD.