Drainage Engineer

GFT • Orlando, FL

12d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a dedicated and Drainage Engineer to join our Southeast Transportation Group . This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at either our Orlando or Maitland, FL office. Working on the roadway 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. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here. What you’ll be challenged to do: You’ll support transportation and infrastructure projects by preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, drainage designs, and permitting documents. Your work will involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management design, and ensuring compliance with FDOT and local standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Transportation Engineering (or a related field).
• 6+ years of experience in in drainage design for highway and roadway projects.
• Proficient in OpenRoads Designer.
• Strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual, Standard Plans, and Drainage Manual.
• Prior experience on FDOT District 6 (D6) projects strongly preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain in 6 months

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience on FDOT District 6 (D6) projects strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and permitting documents.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including stormwater collection system analysis.
• Develop stormwater management designs and obtain permits in compliance with state and local regulations.
• Perform reviews of drainage designs, plans, and reports for FDOT and municipal transportation projects.
• Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable FDOT standards and guidelines.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level