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Tunnel Ventilation Engineer

Gannett Fleming
:$180,000 - $220,000
life insurance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
25 West 43rd Street (Show on map)
Nov 19, 2025
What You Will Do: GFT is seeking an experienced Tunnel Ventilation Engineer to spearhead our tunnel ventilation and life safety system engineering team. This is a strategic leadership role focused on technical excellence, business development, and team growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping the vision, expanding capabilities, and delivering innovative solutions for complex road and transit tunnel life safety and tunnel ventilation design projects across transportation and infrastructure sectors. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our New York City office. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Division Leadership: Grow the tunnel ventilation engineering team, including hiring, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team. Technical Expertise: Provide advanced engineering design and analysis for tunnel ventilation systems, including CFD modeling, fire/life safety assessments, and compliance with national codes and standards. Business Development: Collaborate with senior leadership to identify new markets, develop client relationships, and secure major projects. Project Delivery: Oversee design, implementation, and quality assurance for ventilation and life safety systems in road, rail, and utility tunnels. Innovation: Drive adoption of cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices in ventilation and life safety system design. Education \| Experience: What you will bring to our firm: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited). PE license in good standing. 15+ years in mechanical engineering design and analysis. Proficiency with CFD software (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, FDS). Familiarity with NFPA 130, NFPA 502, Applicable International Design Standards, Egress Analysis, and CO/NOx Air Quality Design Familiarity with tunnel fire safety and emergency ventilation strategies. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Proven track record in leadership and team development. Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under tight deadlines. Compensation: The salary range for this role is $180,000 - $220,000. 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. Location: New York City , NY Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time Salary Range:$180,000 - $220,000 Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. #LI-gb #LI-Hybrid