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GFT

Entry Level Highway Engineer

GFT, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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What You’ll Do

As

GFT

continues to grow, we are seeking an

Entry Level

Highway Engineer

to support our Transportation team in our Schaumburg or Chicago, IL office. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum 3 days of onsite office attendance. Working on the roadway 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. What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

The Entry Level Highway Engineer will support design opportunities including roadway and intersection improvements, drainage and grading improvements, and highways and interchange projects. You’ll engage in meaningful mentorship and professional development as you build a successful career. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Participate in concept development, preliminary engineering and final design for infrastructure projects including municipal roads and highways. Prepare engineering design drawings, sketches, and layouts using an array of software platforms. Work in a multidisciplinary team environment. Prepare material quantity and cost estimates. Provide technical writing input to proposals, feasibility studies, design criteria and other reports/memorandums. Attend internal and external meetings with the team. Ability to multi-task and manage workload on various projects simultaneously. Initiative to undertake tasks efficiently and independently. Education & Experience

What You'll Bring To Our Firm Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited university. 0-2 years of experience in the design of transportation engineering projects. Demonstrated interest in highway or related transportation engineering field through applied academic coursework, prior internships, or work experiences. Demonstrated experience with CAD or similar drafting software. Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment, self-starter, demonstrated organization skills, team player, and willingness to learn. What We Prefer You Bring

An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification. Prior experience with Bentley MicroStation or OpenRoads Designer. Proficiency using Microsoft Office products. Experience in preparing detailed design contract drawings and packages. Compensation

The range for this position is salary range is $75,000-$85,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. 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 of GFT. Location & Hours

Location: Schaumburg, IL; Chicago, IL Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000 GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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