Electrical Design and Engineering

Organizations depend on electrical systems that support performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability.

Whether constructing a new facility or modernizing aging infrastructure, thoughtful design and seamless integration are essential. GFT provides comprehensive electrical engineering and construction services for projects of every scale, delivering reliable, high-performing systems on schedule and within budget. From planning through design implementation, our engineers work closely with you to maximize efficiency, reduce risk, and support long-term system operation.

Energy Efficiency and Conservation

We help reduce energy use, lower operating costs, and improve system performance through smart, data-driven design.

Power Distribution Engineering
Our team designs your electrical distribution systems to operate safely, efficiently, and without interruption. We provide electrical studies, preventive maintenance strategies, power quality assessments, and system testing to reduce risk and minimize downtime. Whether a project involves low- or high-voltage substations, protective relaying, or detailed operating procedures, we deliver solutions that strengthen reliability and support operational goals.
Sustainable Lighting Design
We help design well-lit, energy-efficient environments that support occupant performance. Our Certified Lighting Designers and efficiency specialists develop lighting systems and control strategies that maximize natural light, reduce energy use, and enhance the visual experience of your space. With in-house Certified Energy Auditors and Renewable Energy Professionals, we expand your options for sustainable lighting and long-term energy savings.

Communications and Security Systems
We work with clients to design communications and technology infrastructure that supports current operations today and adapts to future needs. Our Registered Communications Distribution Designers (RCDDs) assess your information/digital technology requirements early and deliver integrated solutions for network distribution, including cabling and hardware for OSP/ISP, backbone, riser, and horizontal infrastructure, as well as electronic security systems, such as access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV. The result is a cohesive, secure, and scalable technology environment.

Future-Ready Electrical Engineering

GFT engineers design electrical systems that keep people safe, reduce operational risk, improve building performance, and prepare communities for electrification and smart technologies.

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#18 on Electrical Construction & Maintenance’s 2026 Top 40 Electrical Design Firms List

Featured Projects

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27th Avenue MRF Upgrades Advance Phoenix’s Zero Waste Vision

Phoenix, AZ

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Plaquemines Parish New Detention Facility

Davant, LA

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Port Authority Transit Corporation Control Center Relocation

Lindenwold, NJ

A modern control room featuring multiple screens displaying data analytics in an organized workspace in a well-lit office environment.

Modernizing WMATA’s Backup Operations Control Center 

Landover, MD

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High-Availability Data Center and Security Operations Control Center Design

Landover, MD

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Hanna Avenue Substation Upgrade

Indianapolis, IN

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Meadows Maintenance Complex Substation Design

Kearny, NJ

High-voltage substation equipment with steel structures, insulators, and transmission lines supporting solar energy interconnection to the power grid.

Substation and Transmission Design for Solar Integration in Maine

Benton and Clinton, ME

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Substation and Power Distribution Design for Mine in Arizona

Tucson, AZ

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Substation Expansion Supports Data Center Energy Demand

Pennsylvania

Flexible Site Layouts to Unlock Sunbury’s Data Center Potential

Sunbury, Pa.

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Dunkirk Park Tennis Complex Design and Site Engineering

Dunkirk, Md.

Employee Spotlight

Career Opportunities

Employee Spotlight

Mandar Manjarekar, PE, PMP

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Employee Spotlight

Thomas Pilson

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Tony Conchado

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Brian Seip, PE, CxA, LEED AP BD+C, CEA, REP, NCTI, ENV SP

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Decision-Making Factors for Transit and Rail Electrification

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Rerouting the Rails: Unlocking Capacity at America’s Busiest Interlocking

Leadership Team

Meet The Team

Brian Seip, PE, CxA, LEED AP BD+C, CEA, REP, NCTI, ENV SP

Vice President, Electrical Practice Director

Meet Brian

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Giuseppe “Joe” Tulumello

Division President, Buildings & Places

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer sustainability or energy efficiency consulting?
Yes. GFT engineers conduct detailed energy studies and design systems that reduce consumption, improve efficiency, and support your sustainability goals.
Can you integrate new electrical systems with existing infrastructure?
Yes. We design systems that integrate with existing equipment and controls while maintaining operations, safety, reliability, and future scalability.
What role does the electrical team play during project coordination with other disciplines?
Our engineers collaborate with architectural, mechanical, structural, and civil teams to deliver coordinated designs, minimize conflicts, and streamline installation.

Do you provide electrical engineering services for specialized facilities such as data centers, transit systems, or industrial plants?
Yes. Our team has deep experience designing complex electrical systems for mission-critical and specialized environments.
Can you help assess the condition of aging electrical infrastructure?
Yes. We perform system assessments, load studies, and risk evaluations to help you prioritize upgrades and improve reliability.
Do you support electrification and electric vehicle (EV) charging planning?
Yes. We design service upgrades, distribution strategies, and charging infrastructure to help prepare facilities for growing electrification needs.