Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

GFT is seeking a motivated Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to join their dams & hydraulics team. The role involves supporting the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of water conveyance structures and includes responsibilities such as CAD modeling, field data collection, and preparing technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of mechanical equipment associated with water conveyance structures such as: dams, spillways, outlet works, and hydropower plants including large gates, valves, hydraulic oil systems, hoist equipment, and large steel piping
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, drawings, 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

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 0-3 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on water resources, hydraulic structures, structural engineering, hydraulic process piping, and/or hoist equipment
• Basic understanding, willingness, and ability to learn mechanical and structural engineering design principles
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• An Engineer-In-Training certification (EIT)
• Experience with 2D & 3D CADD, Autodesk products
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) for mechanism and assembly design

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.

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