Entry Level Structural Engineer

GFT is seeking a motivated Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our Dams & Hydraulics team in Oakland or Roseville, CA. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our office.

Joining the dams and hydraulics team atGFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life.Explore some of our signature water resources and environmental projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do:
In this role, you will contribute to the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of critical water conveyance infrastructure, including dams, spillways, levees, and culverts. You will assist with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, calculations, and stability analyses to support the successful execution of these projects.

Spring 2026 graduates encouraged to apply

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

• Assist in the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of water conveyance structures such as dams, spillways, levees, and culverts.
• Performs stability analyses for civil and hydraulic structures.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, cost estimates, and plan details for engineering projects.
• Participate in field reconnaissance and collect field data, including performing field tests and measurements.
• Support proposal teams and regularly interface with clients to deliver project outcomes.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 0-3 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on water resources, hydraulics, or structural engineering.
• Basic understanding and demonstrated interest in structural engineering design principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent field observation and data collection/documentation skills.
• Must be able to physically work outdoors in all seasons including being capable of lifting 30 pounds and traversing steep slopes and rough terrain.
• Ability to travel on an as-needed basis to other GFT offices, client offices, or project work sites and will include overnight/out-of-town travel.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

What we prefer you bring:

• Engineer-in-training (EIT) certification.
• Experience with CADD and GIS software.
• Familiarity with common civil and hydraulic engineering software tools.

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 provided for this position.

Location: Oakland, CA; Roseville, CA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

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

"California Applicants"
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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