Graduate Technology Designer

Job Description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Our Southeast Property & Buildings business is expanding, and we’re looking for a New Graduate Low-Voltage Technology Designer / Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to work on innovative projects that shape the future of smart buildings and connected environments. This position will be based in one of the following offices:
Chantilly, VA;
Baltimore, MD; or Washington, DC
. You’ll gain hands‑on experience designing cutting‑edge low‑voltage systems, including electronic security systems, ICT infrastructure, audiovisual solutions, and wireless technologies. From concept design to construction closeout, you’ll learn the full architectural design lifecycle while collaborating with architects, engineers, and consultants to deliver creative, client‑focused solutions.

As part of our team, you’ll receive mentorship from senior designers, develop technical drawings and specifications, and contribute to projects that make a real impact on communities.

• Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
• Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.
• Assist senior colleagues in managing client and customer relationships using relevant sales or client systems.
• Complete engineering tasks from concept design through construction closeout including development of construction drawings (riser, line, network, plan, RCP, schedules, wall fields, etc.), specifications, and cost estimates.
• Work collaboratively with clients, architects, engineers, designers, and consultants.
• Provide creative, innovative and project-specific solutions to fit the needs of our clients and communities.
• Be mentored by a senior designer to build your skills and knowledge.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering a plus
• General knowledge of Autodesk Revit required, 1+ years experience a plus
• General knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD a plus
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Working well within team structures and an ability to collaborate with technical teammates
• Good time management, ability to meet deadlines, and ability to multitask
• US Citizenship required
• Limited travel outside of the Washington D.C. area anticipated but may be deemed necessary by project

• 401K – Employees eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay – Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees; GHD observes 9 holidays per year
• Wellness Benefit – Reimbursement program covering health club membership fees, home exercise equipment, bicycles, race/run & marathon entrance fees, smoking cessation programs, weight loss programs, Fitbits, and fitness tracking devices (50% of cost up to $250 per year)

Salary Range: $72,420 - $85,000 based on experience and location.

If you’re interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit an application!

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee‑owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.