P&C Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a P&C Engineer to join our Generation & Energy Management Team in Hartford, CT or Albany, NY. You will apply protection and control expertise to utility and energy projects, advancing grid reliability and performance in evolving energy environments.

The role involves independent design, analysis, and reporting for mechanical energy and facility energy systems, with opportunities to contribute to system modernization and reliability improvements across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience in utility protection and control.
• Experience with P&C functional design, 1 Lines, 3 Lines, Schematics, and wiring preferred.
• EIT or PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT certification or PE license preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

P&C Engineer

Location: US-CT-Hartford | US-CT-Rocky Hill | US-NY-Albany

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

What You Bring:

• 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

Why You'll Love It Here:

• 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.