Senior Mechanical Engineer / Sales Leader

GFT is seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient and sales focused Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead client relationship management, proposal development, and strategic pursuits in the Philadelphia and surrounding markets.

At GFT, the Mechanical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for mechanical 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:

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong and a proven ability to drive business growth through technical sales. This role is ideal for a professional who can combine deep mechanical engineering knowledge with strategic client engagement, helping secure projects and deliver innovative solutions that meet performance, budget, and schedule goals. You will work closely with Client Service Leaders, Business Development, local Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Project Managers, and Directors to identify project pursuits and develop strategies for new and expanded client growth. The focus will be to grow the mechanical and electrical project portfolio by establishing new design-build opportunities in commercial, industrial, and institutional markets.

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Engineering & Management
• Responsible for managing resources for Mechanical staff within the Mid-Atlantic area.
• Sales & Business Development
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within target markets in the greater Philadelphia and New Jersey areas.
• Work with internal business groups for cross-sale opportunities.
• Develop technical proposals tailored to client needs.
• Act as a technical advisor during pre-sales and post-sales phases, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Represent the company in client meetings, interviews, and industry events to promote services.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and stakeholders.

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: Philadelphia, PA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.