P&C Engineer CHA Consulting, Inc. United States, Connecticut, Rocky Hill 200 Corporate Place (Show on map) Oct 19, 2026 P&C Engineer

Location US-CT-Hartford | US-CT-Rocky Hill | US-NY-Albany Job ID 7876 # Positions 1

Category Energy Management Join Us:

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. #LI-JL1 Notify me of jobs like this