Eit 1

GAI Consultants • Homestead, PA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Distribution EIT 1 for its Distribution group in the Homestead, Pennsylvania office. The position is hybrid and focuses on designing and permitting electrical distribution lines. The role includes preparing drawings, developing bills of materials, ordering materials, and conducting field visits to gather information for design work. The engineer will use various software packages to create overhead and underground distribution designs and follow local utility and construction standards.

This entry-level role applies foundational engineering concepts and develops technical skills through mentored experience and on-the-job training. The employee performs routine technical work, basic computations and analysis, and assists with engineering deliverables, field investigations, and construction observation. Assignments receive close supervision, with mentorship from a licensed engineer. The role has no managerial responsibilities and primarily involves interaction with internal project team members.

The work is primarily in an office environment, with limited travel for site visits. Field conditions may include outdoor elements, uneven terrain, construction landscapes, and operation of mid-size or full-size trucks off-road in varying weather conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and obtained Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) certification.
• Entry-level experience; 0+ years.
• Foundational engineering concepts and the ability to apply learned knowledge and skills to assigned tasks.
• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
• Distribution line design experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn, retain, and apply on-the-job training and use design software packages efficiently.
• Ability to work in a team setting and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Basic oral and written communication skills and an understanding of teamwork and leadership principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and permit distribution lines.
• Prepare drawings and develop bills of materials.
• Order materials and conduct field visits.
• Use field information to create drawings.
• Use software to develop overhead and underground electrical distribution designs.
• Follow local utility and construction standards.
• Collect data and gather information or documents.
• Participate in laboratory testing and field investigations.
• Perform basic computations or analysis.
• Assist with preparation of engineering deliverables.
• Observe construction activities.
• Manage personal tasks and meet deadlines and scope requirements.
• Work effectively in design teams, multitask, prioritize work, and adapt to shifting deadlines and scope changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive, market-based compensation.
• Performance-driven recognition and development bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays.
• One additional floating holiday.
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level