P&C Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Hartford, CT

1d • $95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a P&C Engineer to join its Generation & Energy Management Team in Hartford, Connecticut, or Albany, New York. The role contributes to complex utility and energy projects, system modernization efforts, and engineering solutions intended to improve grid reliability and long-term performance.

The engineer completes design, technical analysis, specifications, and reports for energy and power-related projects; develops computation methods and technical documentation with guidance from senior staff; and identifies and resolves technical discrepancies using established procedures and best practices. The position also monitors project progress, addresses technical or operational issues affecting mission-critical systems, and takes responsibility for substantial portions of projects under senior oversight, including field assignments and system assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of related engineering experience in utility protection and control.
• Strong working and theoretical knowledge in the applicable engineering discipline, with the ability to apply engineering knowledge in practical settings.
• Understanding of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, or MicroStation, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with P&C functional design, 1 Lines, 3 Lines, schematics, and wiring.
• Experience with system protection, including development of relay settings.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Participation in professional engineering societies or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and prepare specifications and reports for mechanical energy, power generation, and facility energy system projects.
• Develop computation methods, technical reports, and specifications under the guidance of senior staff or technical leadership.
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies using standard procedures and best practices to support system reliability, safety, and performance.
• Monitor project progress and performance and promptly resolve technical or operational issues that could affect mission-critical systems.
• Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including field assignments and system assessments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level