Junior Site/Civil Design Engineer

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Junior Site/Civil Designer/Engineer to support a variety of projects in the Mid-Atlantic region. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at Mechanicsburg, PA office.

What you'll be challenged to do:

GFT is seeking a Site/Civil Designer/Engineer for our site development practice within the buildings & places business group. The position offers the opportunity to participate in project teams for the planning, design, and construction administration of public and private projects. Clients and projects may be in various locations typicvally in the northeast region. Candidate must have the flexibility to travel within the region periodically to help serve GFT's client base. This role supports a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Mechanicsburg, PA office

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Site/Civil Design Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

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

Responsibilities include production of engineering and design deliverable in accordance with GFT procedures and standards for projects across the business line. This will involve collaborating with PMs and Senior Site/Civil Engineers to deliver successful projects to a variety of GFT clients.

Responsibilities:

• Understanding and applying agency design standards in the design of civil infrastructure.
• Using hydrologic and hydraulic programs in the analysis of storm water. Modeling water and wastewater systems (using WaterCAD and SewerCAD). Preparing roadway design (using Civil 3D).
• Writing Basis of Design or other reports related to Stormwater, Drainage, Erosion and Sedimentation Control and/or Water and Wastewater Utility Improvements.
• Coordinating with other disciplines in the development of construction drawings and specifications.
• Prepare stormwater management reports and NPDES permit applications for post development stormwater discharge permits.

Education | Experience:

What you bring to our firm:

• BS in Civil Engineering (MS is a plus)
• E.I.T required.
• 0-2 years of site/civil experience required including a thorough knowledge of the requirements of local, State and Federal agencies having site plan approval jurisdiction.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proficient in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated interest in civil site design or land development engineering through applied coursework, internships, or related experiences.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively on a team.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that GFT serves.

Compensation: The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000. 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.

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 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 GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location: Mechanicsburg, PA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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