Minimum of 3 years of civil site engineering experience required
Utility experience preferred
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification required; PE license preferred
Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards
Proficiency in engineering software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD) and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Responsibilities
Independently complete engineering design and technical analysis for electric transmission projects
Develop computation methods and technical reports under senior staff guidance
Identify and resolve technical discrepancies to support grid reliability and safety
Monitor project progress and resolve operational issues promptly
Take responsibility for significant project portions with oversight from senior staff
Benefits
Hands-on experience in electric transmission work
Valuable client-site exposure from planning to delivery
Collaboration with experienced engineers
Opportunities to tackle new challenges and enhance technical skills
Full Job Description
Civil Engineer III
CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineer III to join our Electric Transmission Team at a client site in Spring Valley, NY. You'll support the planning and design of electric transmission infrastructure while working closely with experienced professionals and gaining valuable exposure to client needs and real-world project challenges. It's an opportunity to keep developing your technical expertise, expand your experience, and make meaningful progress toward the career you want.
What You'll Do:
Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of specifications and reports for electric transmission projects, including overhead and underground transmission systems and related assessments
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 system performance
Monitor project progress and performance, acting quickly to resolve operational issues and minimize delays on critical electric transmission initiatives
Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including field assignments associated with transmission assets
What You Bring:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
Minimum of 3 years of civil site engineering experience required, including site layout, grading, soil erosion control, and conduit layout
Utility experience preferred
Engineer-in-Training certification (EIT) and/or Fundamental of Engineering (FE) 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, PLS-CADD, 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:
Build on your civil engineering experience through hands-on electric transmission work
Gain valuable client-site exposure while seeing how projects move from planning through delivery
Work alongside experienced engineers who are ready to share their knowledge and perspective
Take on new challenges that strengthen your technical skills and expand what you can contribute
Curious about the impactful work our Electric Transmission team is doing? Discover how CHA supports grid resiliency and the energy transition by visiting: CHA Electric Transmission.
Salary Range:
$82,000 - $92,000
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.
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About CHA Consulting, Inc.
CHA Consulting, Inc. is a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company offers services in the areas of transportation, water resources, environmental, facilities, and energy. CHA Consulting, Inc. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Albany, New York. The company has more than 1,400 employees and operates offices across the United States and Canada.
