Entry Level Structural Engineer

What You Will Do:

As GFT continues to grow and expand, we are seeking an emerging Entry Level Structural Engineer to support our Buildings & Places group in our Mechanicsburg, PA office. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum 3 days of onsite office attendance.

Spring 2027 graduates are encouraged to apply!

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:

As an Entry-Level Structural Engineer, you will support the design and analysis of structural systems across a wide range of building types and markets. You’ll work on multidisciplinary teams, receive mentorship from seasoned engineers, and contribute to the successful delivery of technically sound and sustainable solutions.

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

Perform structural analysis and calculations with guidance from senior engineers.

Assist in the development of construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.

Participate in design coordination with internal and external project teams.

Support field investigations and site inspections.

Review structural submittals and respond to RFIs during construction phase.

Stay current with industry trends and software through professional development.

Education | Experience:

What you'll bring to our firm:

Bachelor's or master’s degree from an ABET-accredited Civil or Architectural Engineering program, with a preferred focus in Structural Engineering.

0–3 years of experience in structural engineering.

Demonstrated interest in structural engineering through internships, past work experiences, or applied academic projects.

Basic understanding of CADD and Revit.

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Written and verbal communication skills.

Able to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.

Self-motivated, energetic, organized, with a strong drive to excel and learn.

Capable of field inspection activities such as climbing ladders, hiking, and lifting 25 lbs.

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

What we prefer you bring:

Coursework in structural analysis, concrete design, and steel design.

Compensation: The salary range for this role is $74,000 - $100,000. 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.

Sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

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

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California -Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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