As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking a Highway Designer to support our Transportation group in our Towson, MD office. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Towson, MD office.

Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Highway Designer, you’ll support roadway engineering and design efforts on transportation projects throughout Maryland and the surrounding region. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you’ll assist with the development of roadway designs, plans, calculations, and technical documents that contribute to safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to build your technical skills, gain experience across multiple aspects of roadway design, and contribute to projects that improve mobility and connectivity within the communities we serve.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Assist with the development of roadway design concepts and engineering plans
• Support roadway design activities while coordinating with bridge, transit, environmental, geotechnical, and civil/site teams as needed
• Prepare engineering plans and design documentation, including roadway geometry, grading, drainage, maintenance and protection of traffic, and other roadway elements
• Perform engineering calculations and assist with quantity and cost estimates
• Support the preparation of project specifications and technical documents
• Assist with design reviews and revisions to support quality and accuracy
• Coordinate with project engineers and other disciplines to support project deliverables
• Assist with permitting coordination and submissions
• Support project schedules and track assigned tasks across concurrent projects
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with internal project teams
• Develop proficiency with roadway design software and applicable design standards
• Continue building technical knowledge and experience in highway and roadway design

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 1+ year of highway and roadway design experience
• Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads, and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of highway and roadway design principles
• Ability to prepare engineering plans, calculations, and technical documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary project team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in developing technical expertise in transportation and roadway design

What you'll bring to our firm:

• EIT
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience with Maryland transportation projects or agencies

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $65,000-$97,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• 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