Substation Engineers; Electrical Engineers

What You Will Do

Joining the power team at GFT as a Substation Engineer involves leading or supporting utility and power substation projects across multiple locations including Kansas City, MO;
Raleigh, NC;
Dallas, TX;
Houston, TX; and Tampa, FL.

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

• Develop substation layout drawings including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding, grounding details, raceway, raceway details, control building layouts, cable lists, and material lists on new and existing substations.
• Develop substation one lines, three lines, Aux AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, DC Schematics, SCADA and Communications Systems, Relay Panel Layouts, Equipment Wiring, and Cable Schedules for new and existing substations.
• Prepare calculations and reports presenting the calculations to clients.
• Prepare equipment specifications for substation equipment, components, and construction.
• Collaborate internally to pursue power substation projects regionally and nationally with the objective of increasing Gannett Fleming presence in the power delivery business.
• Develop and nurture client relationships and work across multiple disciplines in other offices.
• Assume an active role in the preparation of proposals, bids, reports and presentations.

The role requires experience supporting or leading various substation projects from 34.5 kV up through 500 kV and demonstrates ability to build effective relationships with clients and key stakeholders in the power and utility industry.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License or on the path to obtaining professional licensure.
• 3+ years progressive experience in design, engineering and project management within the power and utility industry.
• Interest in or direct experience working in the consulting engineering profession.
• Demonstrated ability with project management software and tools (Microsoft Project or similar) for scope, schedule and budget management.
• Design experience in high voltage substation and distribution projects.
• Experience in the creation of quality technical solutions and the design delivery of major power delivery projects.
• Commitment to driving strong business performance, continuous improvement, and best practices.

• Advanced Degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Micro Station or Inventor.

The salary range for this role is $77,000–$155,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Kansas City, MO;
Raleigh, NC;
Dallas, TX;
Houston, TX; and Tampa, FL.

GFT 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.

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Full‑time

Unsolicited resumes from third‑party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.