GFT is seeking a Bridge Engineer/Inspector to join our Practice or CBG Team in Chicago, IL! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Chicago office.
Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on rail, transit or highways, 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. You will have the opportunity to work on complex rail projects for Class I railroads, short lines and transit agencies, similar to the CREATE P1 Englewood Flyover and the UPRR Relocation at O’Hare, award winning projects completed by GFT in Chicago.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
This position is open to engineers from 4 to 10 years of experience and includes inspection of bridges along with opportunity for the preparation of load ratings, structural design, rehabilitation, construction documents, specifications, and estimates. Day to day assignments and technical guidance will be provided by current staff Project Managers. Assignments will involve travel within the continental United States. TranSystems has a National Bridge Inspection Practice, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work at the National level for agencies in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Texas, California, and others as we grow.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
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 GFT.
Location: Chicago, IL
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $100,000 - $132,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
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