Utility Engineer III

Advance Grid Reliability as a Utility Engineer III — Design Smarter Systems, Strengthen Transmission Networks, and Support the Energy Transition

Are you ready to apply your transmission engineering expertise to projects that reinforce grid reliability and prepare energy systems for what’s next? Do you enjoy working on technically complex challenges where your contributions directly support resilient, efficient, and future‑focused power delivery?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Utility Engineer III to join our Electric Transmission Team in Hartford, CT or remotely. In this role, you will support overhead transmission initiatives that modernize the grid, improve system performance, and prepare energy infrastructure for future demands. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise to high‑impact projects while growing your skills alongside experienced transmission engineers.

This position offers fully remote capabilities; however, occasional on-site responsibilities may be required if you are located near a CHA office.

• 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

• 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

• Collaborate with an expert team of engineers and project managers dedicated to advancing resilient energy infrastructure
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel
• Make a tangible impact by supporting grid resiliency, energy transition solutions, and sustainable power delivery through innovative engineering work

Curious about the impactful work our Electric Transmission team is doing? Discover how CHA is strengthening grid resiliency and shaping the future of energy: chasolutions.com/solutions/grid-resiliency-energy-transition-solutions/.

$90,000 - $100,000

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. 

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 inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, 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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