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Sr. Electrical Project Manager/Engineer

GFT
Mechanicsburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2026
What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Sr. Project Manger/Engineer, Electrical to join our Buildings and Places Business Group. In this role follows a hybrid work model at either of our Mechanicsburg, PA, Baltimore, MD, Philadelphia, PA, Fairfax, VA, or Washington, DC offices.

At GFT, the electrical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for electrical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, 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

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Electrical Project Manager/Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project. You will be doing a combination of the design work as well as managing projects.

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

  • Project Management of a team of engineers/designers to complete electrical design projects.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines as required for a successful project.
  • Interface with clients and owners.
  • Writing project specifications.
  • Managing project budgets.
  • Meet with clients for the purposes of obtaining future work.
  • Design building and site lighting systems.
  • Size, coordinate, and specify lighting fixtures and electrical distribution equipment.
  • Calculate and analyze electrical loads.
  • Perform lighting calculations to ensure adequate light distribution and energy-efficient design.
  • Provide design support in AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam.
  • Attend meetings with the project team, including architects and other engineering disciplines.
  • Ensure electrical design complies with electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Prepare documentation for permit applications and agency review.
  • Perform construction site visits and write field reports.

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

  • Minimum of 15 years experience in the A/E/C industry
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Experience with Revit MEP, AutoCad, Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team
  • Excellent attention to detail

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $175,000. 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.

Company Overview

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.

Location: Mechanicsburg, PA, Baltimore, MD, Philadelphia, PA, Fairfax, VA, or Washington, DC offices.

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range:$120,000 - $175,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

Salary : $120,000 - $175,000

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