GFT · 2 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer
Mechanicsburg, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm, dedicated to innovating where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. The Senior Electrical Engineer will manage electrical design and inspection projects for various public sector facilities, ensuring efficient and sustainable electrical systems while mentoring junior staff.
ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater
Hiring Manager
Gayle Byers RACR
Responsibilities
Managing electrical design, inspection, condition assessment projects for various public sector facilities including transit stations, maintenance facilities, education, industrial, federal and military facility, water/wastewater treatment facilities, commercial, manufacturing, state and local government and institutional projects nationally
Lead/Manage the preparation of electrical design criteria documents, electrical design directive drawings, electrical system calculations, electrical system technical analyses, electrical system contract design drawings, detailed specifications and performance based specifications for electrical power distribution and related systems
Performing site survey of existing system conditions for interface of new designs with existing electrical and control systems
Design of electrical systems including: low/medium voltage power distribution, standby/emergency generation, interior/exterior lighting for buildings, local area IT networks, access control, security and fire alarm systems
Construction assistance including; electrical shop drawing review, contractor relations, and site surveys
Supervise and mentor electrical staff comprised of engineers and designers
Manage and regularly report on project performance, accruals and utilization
Lead and participate in meetings clients, state agencies, city agencies, utility service representatives and project teams
Deliver projects on time and within client budgets
Deliver projects in compliance with client and company quality control procedures and engineering guidelines
Preparation of project specifications
Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines
Coordination and verification of as-built drawings
Perform quality work that promotes client retention
Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical floor plans, equipment schematic diagrams, equipment block diagrams, electrical load calculations, short circuit studies, protective device coordination studies, and arc flash studies
Qualification
Required
Minimum Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or Architectural Engineering with Electrical focus
10+ plus years of progressive experience in the engineering and design of electrical systems
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington DC or Virginia is preferred or the ability to obtain the PE licenses within one year of employment
Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards and energy codes
Experienced with facility surveys, reports, feasibility studies, design, specifications, cost estimating, and construction activity support
Electrical power design experience is required
Preferred
Project management and leadership skills, capable of driving the successful completion of projects is a plus
Experience with alternative project delivery is a plus
The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Experience using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD) is a plus
Building Information Modeling (BIM – Autodesk Revit) experience is a plus
Experience in Power Studies, such as Short Circuit Study, Coordination Study, and Arc Flash Analysis is preferred
Proficiency using SKM Power Tools Software is preferred
Security and communication design experience is preferred
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
GFT
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknownKey Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity
Leadership Team
Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
John Derr
Executive Vice President
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