Bridge Engineer/Inspector

Overview

GFT is seeking a Bridge Engineer/Inspector to join our Transportation Team in Meriden, CT! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Meriden office.

Working on the transportation 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 transportation projects here.

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

• Participate in structural engineering assignments under the direct supervision of a senior engineer.
• Evaluate bridges or other transportation facilities for needed repairs or replacement. Design and detail required work. Compute estimates of quantities and construction costs.
• Perform bridge load capacity analyses and prepare rating reports.
• Take part as a member of a field crew on structure inspection assignments. Take photos & measurements; produce sketches.
• Ability to clearly describe observations and convey information with sketches and technical writing.
• Operate personnel lift equipment, climb ladders, install traffic control devices and other work in support of inspection activities.
• Help in analyzing information and data to perform routine design tasks.
• Prepare environmental documentation and other administrative reports required for project permits.
• May be asked to participate in other engineering related activities such as CADD production, field data collection, construction inspection, materials testing and surveying.
• Keeps Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.
• May be asked to travel occasionally.

Qualifications

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering field from an ABET accredited school
• Experience with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD/MicroStation
• Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple project demands and transitioning priorities.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Able and willing to travel within the continental United States.
• No relocation assistance
• No visa sponsorship
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

What we prefer you bring:

• Some bridge design, load rating, or inspection experience
• NHI 2-week course - Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• Industry internship experience
• EIT/FE certification
• Experience with CTDOT or RIDOT standards

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $95,000. 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.

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 Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: Meriden, CT

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

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