Vertical Transportation Designer
About the role
GFT is seeking a Vertical Transportation Designer. This role involves playing a critical part in shaping and improving vertical transportation systems through thoughtful design coordination and integration into complex building environments. This can be a fully remote position and we will consider applicants anywhere within the United States.
What You Will Do
- Produce drawings, layouts as needed and offer technical solutions to the Vertical Transportation Design Team.
- Generate various BIM deliverables to clients, including modeling and detailing for project documents for the project teams.
- Aid project managers with model presentations for project teams and client meetings.
- Complete Revit Project Setup.
- Download, review, and understand design drawings and models to accurately design and coordinate vertical transportation designs.
- Communicate design changes and issues with the Project Manager and the Design Team.
- Responsible for assigned projects with the ability to meet deadlines, budgets, and prioritize assignments while maintaining quality standards and accuracy.
- Collaborate on multi-discipline, multi-company projects.
- Provide layouts of vertical transportation including passenger and freight elevators - hydraulic and traction types, escalators, moving walks with supervision from the Technical Center Manager and Project Managers.
- Determine and document vertical transportation technical data such as dimensions, structural loading, electrical requirements, and equipment heat output.
- Research elevator, building, and applicable codes.
- Generate and improve on growing library of Revit families.
What You’ll Be Challenged To Do
- Adhere to project execution plans and workflow criteria.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam Revu.
- Experience with Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes.
- Experience with an ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Education | Experience
- Associates / Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in BIM/Revit, AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with architectural and/or engineering drafting.
- Experience in architectural and/or engineering drafting.
Preferred
- Elevator/Escalator design/drafting experience.
What We Prefer You Bring
- Elevator/Escalator design/drafting experience.
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.
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. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Application Deadline
9/30/2026