GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist 4. The ideal candidate has good analytical thinking, problem-solving techniques, distribution line design experience, and excellent communication skills. This position is based on our Distribution group in Tampa, Florida. This position can be remote.
Essential Job Duties:
- Design and permit distribution lines, including drawing preparation, bill of materials development, material ordering, and conducting field visits.
- Ability to conduct field visits and use information to create drawings.
- Utilize various software to create overhead and underground electrical distribution designs.
- Follow local utility and construction standards.
- Ability to learn, retain and apply on the job training and use design software packages efficiently
- Ability to work effectively in design teams.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be flexible to handle shifting deadlines and scope changes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team setting.
- Other duties as assigned.
Travel Details
- Minimal travel required for site vists (5%-30%)
General Characteristics
- Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
- Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures,
- and criteria.
- Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to
- function on multidisciplinary teams.
- Applies leadership and teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.
Minimum Years of Experience
Education
- B.S. Engineering or other technical degree
Certification/Licensure
- Driver’s License required
Technical Responsibilities
- Supports design of complete project, system, component, or process.
- Frequently supports preparation of complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
- Supports designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.
Project and Task Management
- Assigns tasks to and directs other technical and non-technical staff.
- Frequently plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
- Frequently prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
- Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects.
Management Responsibility
- Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
- Assists with mentored experience to direct reports and junior staff through providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
- Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Communication Skills
- Communicates effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
“Why GAI?”
GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.
At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:
Competitive Pay & Recognition
- Market based, competitive compensation
- Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Meaningful Work–Life Balance
- Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
- An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
- Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Growth, Learning & Financial Security
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
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