Roadway Lighting/Illumination Engineer

GFT is seeking a Roadway Lighting / Illumination Engineer to join our Building and Places Team!  This role follows a hybrid work model at either of our New York, NY, Mechanicsburg, PA, Baltimore, MD, Philadelphia, PA, or East Brunswick, NJ Offices.

At GFT, the electrical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for electrical systems,. In developing energy-efficient power systems our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects. 

What you’ll be challenged to do:

You will be part of the electrical design group responsible for the analysis and design of electrical lighting systems related to, but not limited to, facilities, utilities, and infrastructure.  Project types include private/public facilities, local county and city agencies, local DOT (Department of Transportation) jurisdictions within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and surrounding states.

As a Highway Lighting / Building Illumination Engineer, you will assist in the development of calculations, reports, code analysis and design documents in highway, tunnel, building interior/exterior lighting and electrical design.  Calculations will include feeder/branch circuit design, voltage drop, lighting/photometrics, grounding and other calculations related to the design and analysis of electrical lighting systems. Design documents include specifications, calculations, site drawings, sectional views, electrical details and energy code compliant analysis.

 In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Perform site survey of existing conditions.
• Review Submittal
• Respond to RFI’s
• Develop project specifications and cost estimates for construction.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines (architectural, civil, bridge, highway/roadway, etc.) during the design process.
• Develop Final record drawing at the completion of projects.
• Provide support during construction activities as needed. 
• Participate in meetings with clients, government agencies, utility companies and project teams.

What you will bring to our firm: 

• 5 plus years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Architectural Engineering is preferred.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus, but not required.
• Preparation of technical and cost proposals for the electrical design components of various transportation and facility projects.
• Preparation of lighting analysis including developing highway lighting warrants, criteria, reports and designs.
• Understanding and application of codes and standards including NEC, NFPA, IBC for completing electrical and lighting design work.
• Proficiency in the use of the AASHTO, IES Roadway Lighting Publications, and associated design manuals.
• Proficiency with VISUAL and/or AGi32 lighting analysis software.
• Capacity to independently prepare Roadway Lighting designs and familiarity with one or more NJDOT, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, PANYNJ, NJTA, TBTA, MassDOT, DDOT, PennDOT design standards and practices is preferred.
• Experience with Bentley’s OpenRoads, Autodesk’s Civil 3D, AutoCAD/REVIT and familiarity with BIM is a plus.
• Previous DOT and Design-Build experience is a plus.
• Experience in low voltage power distribution, communications and systems engineering primarily for the transportation/transit industry is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to successfully function in a fast-paced cooperative team environment spanning across multiple offices.
• Desire to participate and excel with a broad range of project types, roles, customers, and tasks.
• Ability to lead analysis, design and preparation of electrical engineering elements and plans for agencies.
• Assists in determining project schedules, cost estimates, and budget requirement.

Compensation:The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.  Featured Benefits: • 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.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 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.

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

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. 

Location: Mechanicsburg, Philadelphia, East Brunswick, Baltimore, New YorkCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time

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