Bridge Engineer​/Project Bridge Designer

Bridge Engineer / Project Bridge Designer

Boston, MA – GFT is seeking a Bridge Engineer / Project Bridge Designer to join our Transportation group in Boston, MA. This role follows a hybrid work model and is based in Boston.

As a Bridge Engineer, you will engage in structural design, rehabilitation, analysis, and load rating of bridges as well as the inspection of bridges and tunnels. You will prepare construction documents, specifications, and estimates and support construction services. Day-to-day assignments will be guided by Project Managers and Senior Project Engineers.

• Participate in bridge design assignments involving contract plans, specifications, design calculations, quantity calculations, and cost estimates.
• Perform load rating analyses and prepare load rating reports.
• Provide office support for construction support services.
• Perform bridge and tunnel inspections and prepare inspection reports.
• Review shop drawing submittals and organize submittals. Address questions from contractors during the construction phase of projects.
• Assist or participate in the preparation of business proposals.

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 4–6 years of experience in bridge design.
• Experience in new bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, load ratings, and/or inspection of bridges.
• Proficiency with structural design software such as AASHTOWare BrR, Midas 3D Civil, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSiBridge, LUSAS, and/or other structural analysis software and applications such as MathCAD.
• Working knowledge of reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work concurrently on multiple projects and transition priorities.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or Micro Station.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

The salary range for this role is $91,000 - $110,000
; salary is dependent on experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development support and 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.

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates 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.

Boston, MA

8 AM – 5 PM

Full‑time