Entry Level Industrial Engineer, Transit & Rail
About The Position
GFT is seeking an Entry Level Industrial Engineer to join our Transit and Rail Facilities Industrial Team in Owings Mills, MD . This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum 3 days of onsite office attendance. Working on the transit and rail facilities industrial team at GFT means contributing to cutting-edge projects that drive the future of sustainable and efficient transportation. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for high-profile transit and rail infrastructure projects across North America, from planning and design to construction and operations. Join us as part of a dynamic group focusing on safety, quality, and technological advancements, significantly impacting urban mobility and community connectivity. Explore some of our signature transit and rail projects. Spring 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply! What you’ll be challenged to do: As an Entry Level Industrial Engineer, you will support the planning, analysis, and design of bus and rail maintenance facilities. You will help evaluate maintenance processes, develop efficient shop layouts, and contribute to operations optimization. You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative, functional, and sustainable solutions that improve transit maintenance operations and support modern transportation systems. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture from an accredited program.
- 0–3 years of relevant experience in transportation, infrastructure, or facilities projects.
- Demonstrated interest in transit and rail facilities or engineering through applied academic coursework, past internships, or related experiences.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, or other design software.
- Exposure to project management tools or construction documentation.
- Interest in pursuing PE or AIA licensure.
- Passion for sustainable and innovative transportation solutions.
Responsibilities
- Identifying, analyzing, and documenting maintenance processes and flows for bus and rail maintenance facilities.
- Developing maintenance shop layouts, focusing on spatial relationships and sizes (i.e. form, fit, and function of the maintenance shop area).
- Operations analysis and optimization.
- Writing reports on maintenance operations and programming requirements.
- Selecting maintenance equipment and preparing specifications for the equipment.
- Coordinating with other disciplines in the development of construction drawings and specifications.
- Occasional travel (up to 25% of time, including overnight) for field work, meetings and presentations with transit clients.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a professional and productive manner.
- Be willing to expand your skills and grow professionally.
- Obtain PE or AIA licensure when available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
