EIT - Roadway Engineer

About the Role

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking an Entry Level Engineer to work within our Transportation Business Unit. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop professionally into a well-rounded engineer with the ability to grow in today's global environment.

Responsibilities

• Transportation design including roadway design and traffic analysis
• Preparation of reports, maps, drawings, bid documents, and project plans
• Occasional travel for site visits (less than 10% of the time)
• Collects data and gathers information or documents
• Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations
• Performs basic computations or analysis
• Assists with the preparation of engineering deliverables
• Observes construction activities
• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge in MicroStation with familiarity in roadway design software such as OpenRoads or GEOPAK is desired
• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering
• Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained engineer-in-training (EIT) or engineering-intern (EI) certification

General Characteristics

• Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education
• Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience
• Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks
• Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience
• Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments and mentorship from a licensed engineer

Communication Skills

• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills
• Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership
• Interacts primarily with internal project team members

Why GAI

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Recognition
  • Market-based, competitive compensation
  • Performance-driven recognition and development bonuses
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Meaningful Work–Life Balance
  • Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
  • An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
  • Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Growth, Learning & Financial Security
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support and rewards for professional development and certifications