Junior Structural Design Engineer Jobs in Boston, MA

GFT is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join our Building and Places Group in Boston, MA! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Boston office.

At GFT, the structural team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for structural systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. Our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects.

What you'll be challenged to do:

This experienced engineer will be responsible for the drawings and designs of building and transportation projects working with senior structural engineers.

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

• Ability to develop structural drawings in a concise and relevant manner using Revit and AutoCAD following company standards.
• Proven record of structural design using structural steel, concrete, and light-gage metal. Additional design skills with wood-framing and masonry construction materials are a plus. 
• Ability to work with various offices and ability to coordinate with various design disciplines in a positive and productive manner. 
• Perform field inspections of facilities and transit related structures as needed. 
• Analyze existing structures for retrofits/rehabilitations. 
• Develop gravity and lateral systems for various building facilities and transit related projects. 
• Ability to perform field observation work while a project is under construction.

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis is required. 
• 3+years of structural design experience required. 
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT required. 
• Proficiency in Ram Structural System, Ram Concept, STAAD, Mathcad, TEDDS and other structural engineering analysis and design related software. 
• Must be proficient with MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Detail orientated with strong people and team skills. 
• Must be capable of field inspection activity such as climbing ladders and using man lifts. 
• Must be capable of performing assigned tasks on active construction sites when needed. 

What we prefer you bring:

• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering (MS) is preferred but not required. 
• Massachusetts PE (Structural) license is preferred at hire, but ability to obtain a Massachusetts PE (Structural Engineering) license within 12 months of hire. 

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $91,500 -$115,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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.

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.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

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Location: Boston, MA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

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Salary Range: $91,500 -$115,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location