Geotechnical Designer

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Geotechnical Designer to join our Geotechnical Team in Mechanicsburg, PA! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Mechanicsburg, PA office.

Joining the geotechnical team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable infrastructure. Our team excels in highway, structural, transit, rail, and water resource projects. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Geotechnical Designer at GFT you will assist in planning and overseeing subsurface explorations and performing geotechnical analyses for transportation facilities, structures, water resource facilities and other types of projects.

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

• Perform geotechnical calculations and designs for various projects and facilities, including, but not limited to shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, settlement, tieback anchors, soil nails, slope stability and seepage studies.
• Assist in the preparation of written reports and documentation, geotechnical correspondence, design and construction drawings and specifications.
• Assist in the planning of subsurface explorations and laboratory testing investigations.
• Execute subsurface investigations in support of geotechnical design and evaluation efforts, including test boring inspection, site reconnaissance, and other data collection activities as required.
• Provide specialty geo-construction observation during the construction phase of various projects.
• This position requires travel on an as-needed basis to other GFT offices, client offices, or project work sites and will include overnight/out-of-town travel.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required.
• 0 to 5 years of relevant working experience post-graduation.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrated interest in geotechnical engineering through applied academic coursework, prior internships, or related work experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, gINT, APILE GEO-SLOPE, GRLWEAP, LPILE, SLIDE, SETTLE3D software is preferred.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally, including out of town at remote project sites, regional offices, and as required by the scope of the project.
• Must be capable of lifting 30 pounds and traversing steep slopes and rough terrain.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons, when needed.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Must have current Driver’s License

What we prefer you bring:

• Master’s Degree with a Geotechnical focus.
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Geotechnical experience with PennDOT preferred

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $105,000. 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.

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.

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.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time