Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

GFT is seeking a motivated Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to join our dams & hydraulics team in Denver, CO. This position follows a hybrid work format, requiring a minimum 3 days of onsite attendance per week.

Joining the dams and hydraulics team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure including hydropower. Our team excels in dams, levees, and hydropower infrastructure. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Explore some of our signature dams and hydraulics projects here.  

What you’ll be challenged to do:

The Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer will support the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of water conveyance structures such as dams, spillways, large gates and valves, and hydropower machinery. They perform 2D and 3D CAD modeling, preliminary finite element analysis (FEA), assist with field reconnaissance and data collection, and prepare technical documents including reports, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates. The role also includes contributing to proposal efforts and collaborating with clients to help deliver successful project outcomes.

Spring 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply!

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Assist in the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of mechanical equipment associated with water conveyance structures such as: dams, spillways, outlet works, and hydropower plants including large gates, valves, hydraulic oil systems, hoist equipment, and large steel piping.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, drawings, cost estimates, and plan details for engineering projects.
• Participate in field reconnaissance and collect field data, including performing field tests and measurements.
• Support proposal teams and regularly interface with clients to deliver project outcomes.

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.

Sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

Location: Denver, CO
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 1/15/2026

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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