Bridge Engineer / Project Bridge Designer

GFT; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet Insurance

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

GFT seeks a Bridge Engineer / Project Bridge Designer to join our Transportation group in Boston, MA, operating in a hybrid model. The role involves structural design, rehabilitation, load rating analysis, and bridge/tunnel inspections with oversight from senior engineers.

A 4–6 year track record is preferred, along with software proficiency and strong communication. Located in Boston, the position offers diverse projects, from highways to multimodal systems, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil/structural engineering degree required.
• 4–6 years of bridge design experience.
• Experience with new bridge design, rehabilitation, load ratings or inspection of bridges.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as the listed tools.

Responsibilities

• Engage in structural design, rehabilitation, analysis and load rating of bridges, and inspect bridges and tunnels.
• Prepare construction documents, specifications and estimates.
• Review shop drawings and address questions during construction.
• Assist with business proposals and participate in project coordination.
• Provide office support for construction services.
• Collaborate with project managers and senior engineers on multiple projects.

Skills

Bridge design

Load rating

Bridge inspections

Construction docs

Team communication

Education

Bachelor’s/Master in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AASHTOWare BrR

Midas 3D Civil

STAAD Pro

MDX

CSiBridge

LUSAS

MathCAD

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

MicroStation

MS Office

Job description

What You Will Do

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What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Bridge Engineer / Project Bridge Designer to join our Transportation group in Boston, MA. This role follows a hybrid work model, based in Boston. 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

GFT has an opening for a Bridge Engineer/ Project Bridge Designer to engage in structural design, rehabilitation, analysis and load rating of bridges as well as the inspection of bridges and tunnels, preparation of construction documents, specifications, and estimates. This position is open to candidates with between 4 – 6 years of experience. Day-to-day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by Project Managers and Senior Project Engineers.

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

• Participating in bridge design assignments involving contract plans preparation and specifications, design calculations, calculation of quantities and development of cost estimates.
• Performing load rating analyses and preparation of load rating reports.
• Office support for construction support services.
• Performing bridge and tunnel inspections and preparation of inspection reports.
• Reviewing shop drawing submittals. Organize submittals and address questions from contractors during the construction phase of projects.
• Assist or participate in the preparation of business proposals.

Education | Experience

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• 4-6 yrs of experience in bridge design.
• Experience in new bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, load ratings and/or inspection of bridges.
• Experience with structural design software such as AASHTOWare BrR, Midas 3D Civil, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSiBridge, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software and applications such as MathCAD.
• Working knowledge of reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple projects demands and transitioning priorities.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• 4-6 yrs of experience in bridge design.
• Experience in new bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, load ratings and/or inspection of bridges.
• Experience with structural design software such as AASHTOWare BrR, Midas 3D Civil, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSiBridge, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software and applications such as MathCAD.
• Working knowledge of reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple projects demands and transitioning priorities.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Professional Engineer License (PE).

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $91,000 - $110,000; Salary is 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.

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: Boston, MA

Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM

Employment Status: Full-time