Entry Level Bridge Engineer at Gft in Boston, MA | USD80,000-85,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

structural design

load rating

field inspection

cost estimating

cadd drafting

inspection reporting

Prepare inspection documentation and perform reporting tasks.
Assist in structural design and analysis under the direction of senior engineers.
Prepare technical reports and inspection documentation.
Perform calculations, quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
Support preparation of plans, details, and specifications for bridge projects.
Perform field inspection on a variety of bridge and tunnel structures.
Perform load rating analyses and assist in the preparation of load rating reports.
Assist with shop drawing reviews and help ensure compliance with contract documents.
Use CADD to develop construction plans.

Requirements

bachelor's

autocad

ms office

structural design

bridge design

fe exam

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Experience using CADD tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Working knowledge of structural design software and plan development processes.
Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
0–1 years of bridge design experience or demonstrated interest in structural engineering through applied academic coursework, past internships, or work experiences.
Good communication and teamwork skills with interest in growing technical knowledge.
Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Valid Driver's License and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm

Ranked in ENR's Top 500

Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.

130+ Offices

National Presence

Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.

Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target

Climate Neutrality

Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.

10% Drop

Emissions Fall

Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.

Rating B

Climate Performance

Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.

Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded

WomenTech Mentoring Programme

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.

3 Editions in 2022

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.

77 Graduates

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.

Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.

Articles

Services overview

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Career opportunities

Role

Description

structural design

load rating

field inspection

cost estimating

cadd drafting

inspection reporting

Prepare inspection documentation and perform reporting tasks.
Assist in structural design and analysis under the direction of senior engineers.
Prepare technical reports and inspection documentation.
Perform calculations, quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
Support preparation of plans, details, and specifications for bridge projects.
Perform field inspection on a variety of bridge and tunnel structures.
Perform load rating analyses and assist in the preparation of load rating reports.
Assist with shop drawing reviews and help ensure compliance with contract documents.
Use CADD to develop construction plans.

Requirements

bachelor's

autocad

ms office

structural design

bridge design

fe exam

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Experience using CADD tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Working knowledge of structural design software and plan development processes.
Physically capable of performing field work including working at heights, carrying ladders and gear, working in adverse weather conditions, etc.
0–1 years of bridge design experience or demonstrated interest in structural engineering through applied academic coursework, past internships, or work experiences.
Good communication and teamwork skills with interest in growing technical knowledge.
Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Valid Driver's License and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Top 500 Design Firm

Ranked in ENR's Top 500

Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.

130+ Offices

National Presence

Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.

Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Culture + Values

Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”

Environment + Sustainability

2025 Target

Climate Neutrality

Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.

10% Drop

Emissions Fall

Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.

Rating B

Climate Performance

Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.

Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.

Inclusion & Diversity

77 Graduates Expanded

WomenTech Mentoring Programme

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.

3 Editions in 2022

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.

77 Graduates

WomenTech Mentoring

The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.

Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.

Articles

Services overview

Insights & news

Career opportunities