Electrical Design Engineer

GFT is seeking a Electrical Design Engineer to join our Electrical Team in New York City, NY! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our  New York City, NY office. 

At GFT, the electrical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for electrical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects. 

What you’ll be challenged to do:

Your day to day responsibilities will include 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 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. 

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• 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, low voltage systems such as access control, security and fire alarm systems
• Construction assistance including electrical shop drawing review, contractor relations, and site surveys
• Lead and participate in meetings with 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
• Participate in project teams in an active production role
• Preparation of project specifications
• Preparation of electrical construction cost estimates
• 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.

• Minimum bachelor’s in electrical engineering
• 5+ plus years of progressive experience in the engineering and design of electrical systems
• EIT or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) are preferred  
• Proficient in AutoCad and Revit
• Firm understanding of the National Electrical Code, other NFPA codes/standards and energy codes
• The ability to work independently or in a team environment effectively
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
• Electrical power design experience is required 

What we prefer you bring: 

• 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

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $130,000.

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.

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. 

NO AGENCIES PLEASE: Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.

Location:New York, NY

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary Range: $100,000-$130,000 Salary dependent upon experience

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