Electrical Engineer - Building Systems

DeKalb Health; Crackersport (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GPI, a multi-discipline engineering firm, seeks an Electrical Engineer to design electrical building systems for a variety of facilities across the United States. You will prepare calculations, specifications, and reports while coordinating with a wide project team.

You will develop power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and life-safety designs, and mentor junior staff while advancing sustainable design goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years designing electrical systems for buildings.
• Strong knowledge of building and electrical codes and standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit is needed.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• EIT preferred; PE license or ability to obtain is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical building systems for diverse facilities.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, construction documents, and reports.
• Develop power, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and life-safety designs.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, structural, and architectural teams.
• Participate in client meetings, site investigations, and construction administration.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers to support project delivery.

Skills

5+ years experience

Building codes knowledge

Excellent communication

EIT preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

• Job Category Electrical Engineering

Design the Buildings That Power the Future

Are you an Electrical Engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, collaborating with talented professionals, and designing innovative building systems? Do you want to work on diverse projects that make a lasting impact in the communities where we live and work? If so, GPI wants you on our team!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States. For more than 50 years, we have built a reputation for technical excellence, employee satisfaction, and client success. Our Building Systems team delivers innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency, sustainability, functionality, and occupant comfort in facilities of all types.

What You’ll Do:

• Design electrical building systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, educational, and government facilities.
• Prepare electrical calculations, technical specifications, construction documents, and engineering reports.
• Develop power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, low-voltage, and life safety system designs.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and civil project team members.
• Participate in client meetings, field investigations, and construction administration activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while supporting project delivery goals.
• Contribute to innovative and sustainable design solutions that improve building performance and energy efficiency.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience designing electrical systems for buildings.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, electrical codes, and industry standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• EIT certification preferred; PE license or ability to obtain is highly desirable.
• A proactive attitude and desire to grow professionally while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19\" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working

Summary

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V

Notice To Third-Party Agencies

GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person, or entity.

GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.