Engineer Reliable Energy Networks as a P&C Engineer — Advance Power System Performance and Operational Excellence
Are you ready to apply your protection and control expertise to projects that support the evolving needs of the energy industry? Do you enjoy translating technical challenges into practical, dependable solutions that help maintain safe and efficient power systems?
CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a P&C Engineer to join our Generation & Energy Management Team in Hartford, CT or Albany, NY. This opportunity offers the chance to work on complex utility and energy projects, support system modernization efforts, and deliver innovative engineering solutions that improve grid reliability and long-term performance
What You'll Do:- Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of 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, applying standard procedures and best practices to support system reliability, safety, and performance
- Monitor project progress and performance, acting quickly to resolve technical or operational issues that could impact mission‑critical systems
- Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including field assignments and system assessments
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required
- Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience in utility protection and control required
- Experience with P&C functional design, 1 Lines, 3 Lines, Schematics, and wiring preferred
- Experience with system protection (development of relay settings) is a plus
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or 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
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
- Work on complex protection and control projects that support electric generation facilities, substations, and critical power infrastructure across the region
- Collaborate with experienced engineers, technical specialists, and multidisciplinary project teams dedicated to advancing reliable and resilient energy systems
- Expand your technical expertise through exposure to a diverse range of power system studies, modernization efforts, and emerging energy technologies
Curious about the work our Generation & Energy Management Team supports within advanced manufacturing environments? Explore how CHA partners with clients on complex energy and facility challenges by visiting: CHA Generation & Energy Management.
Salary Range:$95,000 - $105,000
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.
Culture/EEO Statement:At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is forward leaning, welcoming, and always pushing the limits of what is possible.
We as an organization celebrate the values of belonging and collaboration, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- At least 3 years of related engineering experience in utility protection and control
- Experience with protection and control functional design, one-lines, three-lines, schematics, and wiring
- Experience developing system protection relay settings
- Engineer-in-Training certification or Professional Engineer license
- Strong working and theoretical knowledge of the relevant engineering discipline
- Ability to apply engineering knowledge in practical settings
- Understanding of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards
- Proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset
- Participation in professional engineering societies or organizations
CHA, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes HMO, PPO, and a high-deductible PPO, alongside dental, vision, life, and short-/long-term disability insurance; some roles cite a no-employee-cost high-deductible plan. Feedback suggests the overall health offering is broader than minimal standards and family-oriented.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature employer contributions, with examples noting a 3% match and pension elements for certain positions, plus defined vesting timelines. These components are highlighted as notable strengths within the total-rewards package.
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Flexible Benefits — Options extend to pet insurance, legal services, identity-theft protection, transit benefits, hospital indemnity, and critical-illness coverage, alongside paid time off and family-supportive resources. The breadth of choices and career-development supports indicate flexibility to meet varied needs.
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