Traction Power, Designer

GFT is seeking a motivated an Electrical Designer to join our Transit & Rail Systems team. This position provides an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals to develop technical expertise while supporting the planning, design, and delivery of complex transit and rail projects across North America.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and subject matter experts on projects involving rail systems, traction power, communications, signaling, train control, station electrical systems, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) technologies. The role offers hands-on experience in engineering design, systems integration, field investigations, and project delivery.

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


• Assist in the design and analysis of electrical and systems infrastructure for transit and rail projects.
• Support the development of plans, specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
• Participate in the design of traction power, station electrical systems, communications, signaling, train control, and transit technology systems.
• Assist with systems integration and interface coordination among multiple engineering disciplines.
• Support field investigations, site assessments, and data collection activities.
• Assist project teams in preparing engineering deliverables on schedule and within budget.
• Participate in design reviews and quality control processes.
• Support compliance with applicable industry standards, client requirements, FTA, FRA, IEEE, NEC, and AREMA guidelines.
• Maintain project documentation and support configuration management processes.• Work under the guidance of senior engineers and technical leads.
• Participate in mentorship and training programs.
• Pursue Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification and professional growth opportunities.
• Develop technical knowledge of transit and rail systems engineering practices.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, track, operations, and planning professionals.
• Support client meetings, workshops, and stakeholder coordination efforts.
• Assist with technical presentations, proposals, and business development activities as assigned.

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong interest in transit, rail, transportation, and infrastructure systems.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals and design principles.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project assignments and field work.

What we prefer you bring:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Internship or co-op experience in transportation, rail, electrical, or infrastructure engineering.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, or similar engineering software.
• Exposure to power systems, communications, controls, or transportation technologies.
• Interest in pursuing a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $114,000. 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: Los Angeles, CA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $80,000-$114,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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