Hybrid Electrical Engineer – Power & Substation Design

GFT; Marlton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) savings plan

Competitive PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT in Marlton, NJ is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Power Group in a hybrid role requiring regular office attendance in Marlton. You will design low to medium voltage systems for buildings and substations, support critical infrastructure projects, and collaborate across disciplines to improve reliability and energy efficiency.

The role emphasizes field surveys, trouble-shooting, and coordination with clients while ensuring adherence to NEC and NFPA codes, with growth toward

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
• EIT required; PE preferred or ability to obtain within first year.
• BS in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA codes, and energy codes.
• Strong field survey experience and hands-on troubleshooting.
• Electrical power design experience (low to medium voltage).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to manage deadlines across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with award-winning team on critical infrastructure projects for a large client.
• Manage quality assurance and quality control for facilities improvement projects.
• Engage with internal and external clients on scoping, budgets, schedules, and updates.
• Oversee electrical system design including low/medium voltage distribution and standby generation.
• Design interior/exterior lighting for buildings and substation yards; access control, security, and fire alarm systems.
• Train alongside high-voltage power team in physical and relay designs for substations and switching stations.
• Participate in field surveys and troubleshooting; mentor junior staff on field best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across disciplines.
• Produce quality deliverables from proposals through construction phase services.
• Deliver projects on time and within client budgets.
• Educate the team on evolving electrical codes affecting clients.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

Field survey experience

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

EIT required

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit BIM

SKM Power Tools

ETAP

Job description

GFT in Marlton, NJ is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Power Group in a hybrid role requiring regular office attendance in Marlton. You will design low to medium voltage systems for buildings and substations, support critical infrastructure projects, and collaborate across disciplines to improve reliability and energy efficiency.

The role emphasizes field surveys, trouble-shooting, and coordination with clients while ensuring adherence to NEC and NFPA codes, with growth toward