Civil Engineer

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking Civil/Structural Engineers to support the design and construction of critical infrastructure projects in Northern California. This is a hybrid position and requires consistent attendance at our Roseville, CA office.

Joining the dams and hydraulics team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, water conveyance (canals, flumes, penstocks), spillways, ground anchors, and rehabilitation of aging infrastructure. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life.

• Perform routine and complex design, analysis, and engineering calculations, including concrete and steel structures, foundation support, and earth retaining structures.
• Assist with the preparation of construction drawings, technical reports/memoranda, specifications, quantities of materials, and cost estimates to meet scope, schedule, cost, and regulatory requirements.
• Review shop drawings to determine conformance with the contract documents.
• Attend client meetings and participate under direct supervision of project manager.
• Communicate with clients and construction personnel to implement appropriate designs and project solutions under supervision of project manager.
• Field work including inspections of existing infrastructure and construction observation may comprise up to 30% of the position. This includes travel to client locations or project sites and may include overnight stays.
• Serve as a project manager for small- to medium-sized projects or a task manager on larger, more complex projects.
• Able to work in multidisciplinary teams.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, with structural emphasis preferred.
• Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) certification required with the ability to obtain Professional Engineer (P.E.) license within one year.
• 4 or more years of direct work experience in civil engineering.
• Experience in advanced design software applications preferred (Tedds, SAP, AutoCAD, Civil3D, etc.).
• Willingness to tackle the unique engineering challenges related to aging infrastructure, with an understanding of civil/structural engineering principles, concepts, and practices applied to water conveyance and earth retention structures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in standard office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with project proposals and presentations preferred.
• Some experience with management of small work groups and project tasks or project management of small projects.

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Experience with project proposals and presentations preferred.
• Experience with Micro Station or AutoCAD.

The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000. Salary is dependent upon 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.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Roseville, CA

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Full-Time

All advertised positions require the successful completion of a criminal background check.

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.