Senior Highway Design Engineer

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Senior Highway Design Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Downtown Chicago or Schaumburg, IL! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Chicago or Schaumburg, IL offices.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

The ideal candidate will be creative and possess the ability to independently solve engineering design issues and take ownership of their work. The ideal candidate will also have strong listening and communication skills and be able to interact with clients and the design team throughout the project lifecycle. This engineer should also have solid writing skills and enjoy being part of a dynamic, growing team of creative professionals.

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET accredited school.
• 3 - 6 years' professional experience in design or plan production related to transportation engineering.
• Demonstrated professional experience and fundamental skills with OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation and Geopak.
• Certified E.I.T. or could obtain licensure in the next six months.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Education | Experience

Education | Experience:

• What You Will Bring To Our Firm
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET accredited school.
• 3 - 6 years' professional experience in design or plan production related to transportation engineering.
• Demonstrated professional experience and fundamental skills with OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation and Geopak.
• Certified E.I.T. or could obtain licensure in the next six months.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to 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.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $80,000-$100,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Company Overview

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.

Location

Chicago or Schaumburg, IL

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Full-Time