Electrical Engineer

GAI Consultants, Inc.

Cranberry Township (Butler County)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

41 hours ago

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Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support our Power and Industry Business Sector. You will design electrical distribution and related systems for diverse clients and develop project schedules, applying strong communication with clients and team members.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, 8+ years of experience, and a PE license where applicable. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and scheduling tools is highly valued.

Qualifications

Minimum of 8 years related experience.
Experience with electrical power distribution systems.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology is required.
A B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university program is preferred.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states.

Responsibilities

Evaluating existing facilities.
Performing conceptual studies.
Estimating engineering and construction costs.
Designing electrical power distribution systems.
Developing project schedules.
Strong, effective communication with internal/external contacts and clients.
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit is preferred.
Experience with scheduling software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project is preferred.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Primavera/Microsoft Project

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Developing project schedules

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support our Power and Industry Business Sector. This position will participate in the evaluation, estimating, and design of new or refurbished systems for industrial, power, utility, government, health care, educational, and commercial clients. This position is eligible for GAI’s flexible Hybrid workplace place/Telework Policy.

This position will function as a member of a team or independently to design electrical distribution and related systems, such as communications or fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities Include

Evaluating existing facilities
Performing conceptual studies
Estimating engineering and construction costs
Designing electrical power distribution systems
Developing project schedules
Strong, effective communication skills are required, with internal and external contacts as well as clients.
Must have good skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with drafting programs, particularly AutoCAD and Revit is preferred.
Experience with Primavera, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling software is preferred.

General Characteristics

Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.

Education/Experience

Minimum of 8 years related experience.
Experience with electrical power distribution systems.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology is required.
A B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university program is preferred.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, reciprocity in multiple states.

Technical Responsibilities

Develops and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
Keeps informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices.
Analyzes complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints.

Project And Task Management

Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
Predominantly plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

Receives supervision and guidance relating to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
Receives direction on unusual conditions and developments.
Mentors’ direct reports and other engineers.
Demonstrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering, including creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability.

Communication Skills

Possesses advanced oral and written communication skills, including interpretation of complex technical and contractual language.
Considers the needs of diverse project stakeholders.
Leads project meetings and represents the organization in communications pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.
Analyzes and selects principles of formal communication, effective teamwork, and various pathways to developing leadership.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition