Senior Structural Engineer, Hydraulics

Gftinc; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Job summary

Gftinc is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer to join our Dams and Hydraulics team, focusing on innovative water management solutions. This role requires expertise in engineering analysis, project management, and site inspections, alongside a strong educational background in engineering.

The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package, with a competitive salary range of $140,000 – $180,000, dependent on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one U.S. state.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals, develop work scope, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Manage projects by monitoring progress and providing technical assistance.
• Analyze concrete dams and related structures.
• Conduct field inspections to assess existing conditions.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to clients.
• Act as engineer of record for design and/or analysis projects.

Skills

Strong data analysis

Problem-solving skills

Technical writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in structural, civil, or mechanical engineering

Master’s degree in structural, civil, or mechanical engineering

Tools

Finite element analysis software (ANSYS, ABAQUS, SAP2000, STADD)

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Structures Engineer to join our Dams and Hydraulics team in Denver, CO or Phoenix, AZ. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the office.

GFT’s Dams and Hydraulics: Joining the team means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. The team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission.

What you’ll be challenged to do: You will visit projects to review site conditions, perform and review engineering analysis, guide design methods, and provide technical assistance to staff and clients. You will also help the group with client management responsibilities.

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

• Prepare proposals by developing work scope, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Manage projects by monitoring progress, providing technical assistance, and interfacing with clients.
• Analyze concrete dams and related structures using computer software and hand calculations.
• Conduct field inspections to assess existing conditions.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to clients.
• Engineer of record for design and/or analysis projects.

Education & Experience:

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in structural, civil, or mechanical engineering.
• 15+ years of experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one U.S. state.
• Strong data analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in structural, civil, or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with finite element analysis software (ANSYS, ABAQUS, SAP2000, STADD).
• Experience participating in risk analysis of dams.
• Experience performing seismic analysis of dams and related structures.

Compensation:

Salary range: $140,000 – $180,000, dependent on experience and 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 accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development and support of professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

GFT is a privately held AEC firm focused on transportation, water, power, and building projects. We are the employer of choice for over 5,000 engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

We are 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: Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ.

Core business hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Employment status: Full-Time.

Criminal background check required for all advertised positions.