Civil / Structural Engineer – Facility Inspection & Condition Assessments

GFT is seeking a Civil / Structural Engineer – Facility Inspection & Condition Assessments to join our team in New Jersey. This position will support facility inspection and condition assessment work throughout New Jersey, with statewide travel required.

Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. 

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Civil Engineer, you will perform facility inspections and condition assessments for NJ Transit facilities throughout New Jersey. You will evaluate building, structural, and site assets, document deficiencies and repair needs, and prepare detailed technical reports to support capital planning and asset management initiatives.

In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Conduct field inspections of buildings, structures, stations, maintenance facilities, and related site infrastructure.
• Evaluate building, structural, and site assets and document deficiencies, repair needs, and asset conditions.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, condition ratings, photographs, field notes, and recommendations.
• Develop CAD drawings, sketches, and exhibits to support assessment findings.
• Interpret construction drawings and technical documents as part of facility and condition assessments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project managers.
• Support capital planning and asset management initiatives through technical reporting and assessment findings.
• Use Microsoft Office applications for reporting, analysis, and presentations.
• Travel up to five (5) days per week throughout New Jersey to perform inspections and attend meetings.
• Work in both office and field environments.
• Walk inspection sites, climb stairs and ladders, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in building, structural, and site inspections or facility condition assessments.
• Experience preparing comprehensive condition assessment reports.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and technical documents.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel throughout New Jersey.
• Building assessment experience in New Jersey strongly preferred; New York/New Jersey regional experience desirable.
• Previous NJ Transit project experience preferred.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety certification preferred.
• Familiarity with FTA condition assessment rating methodologies preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Featured Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• 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.

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™ 

GFT 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 of GFT.

Location: Newark, NJ
Employment Status: Full-time

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