Graduate Technology Designer

Job Description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, towns capes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Our Southeast Property & Buildings business is expanding, and we’re looking for a New Graduate Low-Voltage Technology Designer / Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to work on innovative projects that shape the future of smart buildings and connected environments.

This position will be based in one of the following offices:
Chantilly, VA;
Baltimore, MD; or Washington, DC—you’ll gain hands‑on experience designing cutting‑edge low‑voltage systems, including electronic security systems, ICT infrastructure, audiovisual solutions, and wireless technologies. From concept design to construction closeout, you’ll learn the full architectural design lifecycle while collaborating with architects, engineers, and consultants to deliver creative, client‑focused solutions.

As part of our team, you’ll receive mentorship from senior designers, develop technical drawings and specifications, and contribute to projects that make a real impact on communities. If you’re passionate about technology, eager to learn, and ready to grow in a supportive environment, this is the opportunity for you!

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

• Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change‑management programs to address them.
• Help others get the most out of knowledge‑management systems by offering support and advice.
• Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.
• Complete engineering tasks from concept design through construction closeout including development of construction drawings (riser, line, network, plan, RCP, schedules, wall fields, etc.), specifications, and cost estimates.
• Work collaboratively with clients, architects, engineers, designers, and consultants.
• Provide creative, innovative and project‑specific solutions to fit the needs of our clients and communities.
• Be mentored by a Senior designer to build your skills and knowledge.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering a plus
• General knowledge of Autodesk Revit required; 1+ years experience a plus
• General knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD a plus
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Working well within team structures and an ability to collaborate with technical teammates
• Good time management, ability to meet deadlines, and ability to multitask
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required
• Limited travel outside of the Washington D.C. area is anticipated but may be deemed necessary by project

• 401(k) – Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay – GHD observes 9 holidays per year; holiday pay will be based on the employee’s regular set schedule
• Wellness Benefit – Regular full‑term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost (up to $250 annually) for items such as health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, bicycles, race/run & marathon entrance fees, smoking cessation programs, weight loss programs (e.g., Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and fitness‑tracking devices

Salary Range: $72,420 – $85,000 based on experience and location.

If you’re interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit an application!

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