Electrical Project Engineer: Building Systems Lead

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Medical, dental, vision, life and more

401(k) with matching

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT in Raleigh/Mechanicsburg is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Building and Places Team. You will lead electrical design, site surveys, and project coordination across education, industrial, federal and municipal facilities.

Responsibilities include developing design drawings and specifications, power distribution, lighting, and control systems, with strong emphasis on quality and meeting client budgets. A hybrid work model supports collaboration and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in electrical systems design.
• PE license preferred or ability to obtain within two years.
• Familiar with NEC, NFPA codes/standards and energy codes.
• Experience with facility surveys, reports, feasibility studies, design, specifications, cost estimating, and construction support.
• Proficient with AutoCAD; Revit BIM experience is a plus.
• Electrical power design experience; power studies and arc flash knowledge preferred.
• SKM Power Tools familiarity; security and communications design experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform site survey of existing conditions for interface with new designs.
• Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, IT networks, access control, security and fire alarm systems.
• Construction assistance including shop drawing review, contractor relations, and site surveys.
• Participate in meetings with clients and agencies and project teams.
• Deliver projects on time and within client budgets.
• Ensure compliance with QC procedures and engineering guidelines.
• Prepare project specifications and coordinate cross‑discipline work.
• Coordinate and verify as‑built drawings; develop reports and design documents.
• Produce electrical load calculations, short circuit studies, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.

Skills

Electrical design

Power studies

Team collaboration

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

SKM Power Tools

Job description

GFT in Raleigh/Mechanicsburg is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Building and Places Team. You will lead electrical design, site surveys, and project coordination across education, industrial, federal and municipal facilities.

Responsibilities include developing design drawings and specifications, power distribution, lighting, and control systems, with strong emphasis on quality and meeting client budgets. A hybrid work model supports collaboration and flexibility.