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Overview
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Entry Level Highway Engineer
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Entry Level Highway Engineer
role at
GFT .
What You Will Do
As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking an emerging
Entry Level
Highway Engineer
to support our
Transportation
group in our
Boston, MA
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. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do The Entry Level Highway Engineer will support design opportunities including roadway and intersection improvements, bridge replacements, drainage and grading improvements, intelligent transportation systems, and highways and interchange projects. You’ll engage in meaningful mentorship and professional development as you build a successful career.
Open to December 2025 and Spring 2026 graduates!
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Participate in concept development, preliminary engineering and final design for infrastructure projects including interstates, major highways, and local roadways.
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 AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar drafting software.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office products.
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.
Familiarity with MassDOT Transportation standards.
Experience in preparing detailed design contract drawings and packages.
Compensation The range for this position is salary range is $80,000-$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.
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.
Sponsorship is not being offered for this position.
Location & Hours Location:
Boston, MA
Core Business Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status:
Full-Time
Salary Range:
$80,000-$95,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Fair Chance Notices
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles, the City of San Francisco, and the State of California will be considered in accordance with applicable fair chance laws.
Location identifiers and external postings other than the role described may appear in this feed; refer to the official posting for final details.
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Entry Level Highway Engineer
role at
GFT .
Join to apply for the
Entry Level Highway Engineer
role at
GFT .
What You Will Do
As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking an emerging
Entry Level
Highway Engineer
to support our
Transportation
group in our
Boston, MA
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. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do The Entry Level Highway Engineer will support design opportunities including roadway and intersection improvements, bridge replacements, drainage and grading improvements, intelligent transportation systems, and highways and interchange projects. You’ll engage in meaningful mentorship and professional development as you build a successful career.
Open to December 2025 and Spring 2026 graduates!
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Participate in concept development, preliminary engineering and final design for infrastructure projects including interstates, major highways, and local roadways.
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 AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar drafting software.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office products.
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.
Familiarity with MassDOT Transportation standards.
Experience in preparing detailed design contract drawings and packages.
Compensation The range for this position is salary range is $80,000-$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.
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.
Sponsorship is not being offered for this position.
Location & Hours Location:
Boston, MA
Core Business Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status:
Full-Time
Salary Range:
$80,000-$95,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
Fair Chance Notices
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles, the City of San Francisco, and the State of California will be considered in accordance with applicable fair chance laws.
Location identifiers and external postings other than the role described may appear in this feed; refer to the official posting for final details.
End of description.
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