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GFT is seeking an OE Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group!  If you are in Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Charlotte, NC, St. Louis, MO, Marlton, NJ, Roanoke, VA, or Monroeville, PA this position would be Hybrid. However for the right candidate, this would be a remote position. 

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today's diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here. 

What you'll be challenged to do:

As an OE Transmission Line Engineer, you will lead and oversee transmission line project designs, serving as an Owner's Engineer in transmission line engineering for one of our major utility clients. You will navigate the complexities of electrical transmission line design while leading project discussions with clients and project teams and reviewing other consultants' submittals to ensure constructability and compliance with client standards and procedures.

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

• Participate in Project Team meetings with clients, other consultants, and contractors.
• Review client submittals to ensure constructability and compliance with client standards and procedures.
• Review transmission line segments using PLS-CADD or other structural design software.
• Review design criteria documents and construction specifications.
• Review comprehensive construction packages, including structure loading drawings, structure details, material lists, staking tables, plan and profiles, and stringing charts.
• Review project schedules and ensure that materials and long lead times are ordered in time for construction.
• Review specifications in compliance with NESC, IEEE, NEC requirements, and industry best practices.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.
• Oversee project implementation, ensuring proper verification of foundations, structures, and equipment installation.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technicians, fostering professional growth within the tea

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of experience in transmission line design.
• In-depth knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and other applicable codes and standards related to transmission line design.
• High proficiency in PLS-CADD.
• Knowledge and understanding of FAD Tools.
• Experience in electrical utility or utility consulting is strongly preferred.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

What we prefer you bring: 

• Experience with RISA-3D and/or STAAD for structural analysis and design is preferred.
• Functional understanding of AISC, ACI 318, ASCE 7, ASCE 10, and ASCE 48 is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $145,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits: 

• Remote work environment. Generally, no travel required.
• 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 

GFT 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 of GFT.

Locations: Philadelphia, PA, Chicago, IL, Houston, TX, Atlanta, Ga, Dallas, TX, Raleigh, NC, Fairfax, Va or Phoenix, AZ ; If you are in Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Charlotte, NC, St. Louis, MO, Marlton, NJ, Roanoke, VA, or Monroeville, PA this position would be Hybrid. 

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time 

Salary Range: $110,000 - $145,000 (USD)

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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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.

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