
P & C Designer (Protection and Controls)
Gft
The Role
Overview
Design protection and control systems for high‑voltage substations up to 765 kV.
Key Responsibilities
- design development
- diagram development
- hv substation
- material procurement
- engineering calculations
- site visits
Tasks
-Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to perform the more complex design assignments requiring application of standard design principles and practices
Requirements
- autocad
- microstation
- microsoft office
- electrical codes
- 2+ years
- client communication
What You Bring
-Knowledge of substation voltages, MV, HV, EHV -Ability to write routine reports and correspondence -Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget -Communicate and interact with clients. -2+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience
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Benefits
-Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. -Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. -Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. -Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations -Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. -Tuition reimbursement for continued education. -Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
The Company
About Gft
-Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms. -Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets. -Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors. -Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings. -An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.
Sector Specialisms
Banking
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Capital Markets
Asset Management
Virtual Banking
Insurance Life Health
Insurance PC
Aerospace
Agriculture
Automotive
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Digital Finance
Enterprise AI & Data Solutions
Platform Modernization
Security Clearance
-criminal background check required for all candidates.
