Electrical Engineer

GAI Consultants • Cranberry, PA

17d • Hybrid

About The Position

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support its Power and Industry Business Sector. The position participates in evaluating, estimating, and designing new or refurbished systems for industrial, power, utility, government, health care, educational, and commercial clients. It is eligible for GAI’s flexible Hybrid workplace/Telework Policy and may involve working independently or as part of a team to design electrical distribution and related systems, such as communications and fire alarm systems.

The role applies broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices, independently evaluates and adapts standard techniques, and leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scope. It develops plans, specifications, and other project documents, and applies engineering economics, probability, and statistics to analyze risk in complex engineering problems. The position also coordinates technical work, prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules, and contributes to proposals.

The engineer receives supervision on overall objectives and critical matters, while mentoring direct reports and other engineers. The role requires advanced oral and written communication, including interpreting complex technical and contractual language, leading project meetings, and representing the organization in communications about engineering assignments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience.
• Experience with electrical power distribution systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, with reciprocity in multiple states.
• Strong, effective communication skills.
• Good skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interpret complex technical and contractual language.

Nice To Haves

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university program.
• Experience with drafting programs, particularly AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience with Primavera, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing facilities.
• Perform conceptual studies.
• Estimate engineering and construction costs.
• Design electrical power distribution systems and related systems, including communications or fire alarm systems.
• Develop project schedules.
• Develop and review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Keep informed of updates to standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Analyze complex engineering projects to determine design requirements, uncertainties, and constraints.
• Assign tasks to technical and non-technical staff.
• Plan and coordinate detailed aspects of engineering work.
• Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assist with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects.
• Mentor direct reports and other engineers.
• Lead project meetings and represent the organization in communications relating to engineering assignments.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external contacts, clients, and diverse project stakeholders.

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.
• 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.
• Wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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