CHA Consulting, Inc.
CHA is an innovative, full-service engineering, design, consulting, and program/construction management firm.
Utility Engineer III
Location
Connecticut
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$90K - $100K / year
Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of specifications and reports for electric overhead transmission infrastructure projects, such as rebuilding existing overhead transmission lines and designing new green field transmission lines
• Develop computation methods, technical reports, and specifications under the guidance of senior staff or technical leadership
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies, applying standard procedures and best practices that support grid reliability, safety, and infrastructure resilience
• Monitor project progress and performance, acting quickly to resolve operational issues and minimize delays in critical electric transmission system initiatives
• Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including field assignments
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering required
- Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience required
- Experience estimating substation/distribution/transmission projects required
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Strong working and theoretical knowledge in the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply engineering knowledge in practical settings
- Understanding of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards
- Proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.), as well as Microsoft Office, including Excel, required
- Proficiency with Automative Takeoffs (Bluebeam, Sage, etc) is preferred
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
Benefits
- Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel
- Collaborate with an expert team of engineers and project managers dedicated to advancing resilient energy infrastructure
- Make a tangible impact by supporting grid resiliency, energy transition solutions, and sustainable power delivery through innovative engineering work
