Entry Level System Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

GFT is seeking an Entry Level Overhead Catenary System Engineer to join our transit & rail team in our Philadelphia, PA office. This is a hybrid-remote position, requiring onsite attendance for a minimum of 3 days per week.Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure. Explore some of our signature public transit projects here. 

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Entry Level OCS Engineer will assist in the planning, design, and implementation of Overhead Catenary System (OCS) infrastructure for transit and railway projects. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, the successful candidate will support engineering analyses, design development, and project delivery activities for a variety of transportation projects.

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

• Assist with the preparation and development of OCS (Overhead Catenary System) design drawings and project documentation.
• Support project engineers with design tasks, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Participate in project meetings and learn about engineering design, value engineering, and project delivery processes.
• Coordinate with engineering team members, consultants, contractors, and field personnel to support project activities.
• Perform research, data collection, and analysis to assist in project development and problem-solving efforts.

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in an ABET-accredited Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering program.
• 0-3 years of experience in transportation, transit & rail engineering or overhead catenary systems. 
• Demonstrated interest in transportation, transit & rail engineering or overhead catenary systems through applied academic, internships, or past work experiences.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar engineering design software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

What we prefer you bring:

• Prior work experience in transit & rail engineering or overhead catenary systems (OCS).

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. 

Sponsorship is not being provided for this position.

Location: Philadelphia, PACore Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California-Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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