Bridge Project Engineer

GFT is seeking a Bridge Project Engineer to support our Transportation Group in Metro Nashville, TN. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum of 3 days of onsite office attendance. 

Working on the bridge 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. 

What you’ll be challenged to do: 

As a Bridge Project Engineer, you’ll take on a lead technical role in the planning, design, and delivery of structural projects that strengthen regional mobility. From multi-span highway overpasses and complex river crossings to pedestrian bridges and culvert upgrades, you’ll lead elements of analysis, design, and plan development while ensuring technical quality and design consistency across multidisciplinary teams. You’ll contribute to design-build and accelerated construction initiatives, coordinate with roadway, geotechnical, and traffic disciplines, and help shape solutions that advance multimodal connectivity and community value. 

You’ll also have opportunities to serve as a task lead, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate directly with project managers and clients. As part of the GFT Transportation Group, you’ll operate in a hybrid work model supported by a culture that promotes continuous learning, professional growth, and leadership development. 

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

• Lead structural analyses, design development, and quality reviews of bridge design projects. 

• Develop structure plans for bridges and other transportation structures such as culverts, retaining walls, noise abatement walls, pedestrian bridges, and sign structures. 

• Prepare and review construction contract documents, including specifications, cost estimates, and shop drawings. 

• Serve as a technical mentor to junior and support staff and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and best practices. 

• Assist in the recruitment of junior engineers. 

• Participate in the development of proposals as part of a pursuit team. 

• Support GFT efforts to grow our Transportation Practice within Tennessee. 

What you will bring to our firm:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering with a focus in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college. 

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee, or the ability to obtain licensure withing 3 months; additional state licensure is a plus. 

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in bridge design. 

• Experience in new bridge design, bridge rehabilitation, load ratings, and/or inspection of bridges. 

• Proficiency with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications. 

• Complex structural analysis experience with structural design software such as CSiBridge, AASHTOWare BrR, Midas 3D Civil, STAAD Pro, MDX, LUSAS, OpenBridge Designer (LEAPSteel) and/or other structural analysis software and applications such as MathCAD. 

• Knowledge of plan development with CADD (Microstation, plus OpenBridge). 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word for engineering and business applications. 

• Ability to work in a team environment, demonstrate initiative, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

What we prefer you bring:  

• Master’s degree in Civil and or Structural Engineering with a focus in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college. 

• Prior experience with Tennessee Department of Transportation projects preferred including well versed in client design policies, standards and specifications. 

• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to actively engage in multiple perspectives when solving problems, is willing to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members. 

Compensation: 

The salary range for this role is $115,000 - $140,000. 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.

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

Location:Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time

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