Highway Designer

GFT is currently seeking a Highway Designer / Highway Engineer to join their Eastern PA highway team. This role focuses on designing projects for clients such as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and involves delivering quality design work and building client relationships.ResponsibilitiesAs part of a team, perform engineering design tasks for transportation and/or municipal projects including studies, preliminary engineering, and final designLearn about design tools including Microstation and Open Roads softwareDevelop construction contract documents including plans, specifications, cost estimatesEstablish working relationships and contacts with client technical staff and project managers especially in PennDOT, local governments, and private clientsLearn about different aspects of highway and municipal design including construction staging, stormwater management, traffic signals, highway design and interchange layout, landscaping, utilities, sidewalks/trails, culverts, and bridgesSkillsBachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent is requiredFundamentals of Engineering (PE) License registered in Pennsylvania or the ability to obtain within 1 year is requiredEffective time management, technical and interpersonal skillsArticulate with a professional presence and solid decision-making, planning and organizational skillsAbility to grow your knowledge, expertise, leadership skills, and relationships over timePrior experience with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and/or Pennsylvania Turnpike projects is desirable, but not requiredProficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to grow while working in a team environment, demonstrated organizational skills, self-motivated, and a commitment to continuous improvementBenefitsHybrid (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 organizationsIncentive compensation for eligible positions.Company OverviewGFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services. It was founded in 1915, and is headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.gftinc.com.Company H1B SponsorshipGFT has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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