Electric Distribution Engineer I

Join Us:

Shape the Future of Power as an Electric Distribution Engineer I – Build, Modernize, and Protect Communities

Are you looking for a role where your engineering skills will help shape the future of energy delivery? Join a team dedicated to strengthening electric grids, advancing modernization, and supporting communities through reliable power solutions.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Electric Distribution Engineer I to join our Electric Distribution Team in Houston, TX, where you will play a key role in building smarter, more resilient energy systems. This is your chance to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on how communities access and depend on electricity.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for electric distribution infrastructure including overhead and underground systems
• Support senior engineers in preparing technical reports, contract documents, and cost estimates for grid resiliency and energy transition projects
• Perform calculations and design tasks using industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and best practices for optimizing energy delivery
• Join field assignments with senior staff to gain hands-on experience in assessment, planning, and rehabilitation of electric distribution systems

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• No experience required; however prior internships and/or relevant coursework are preferred
• Strong theoretical foundation and familiarity with engineering software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a collaborative team
• Participation in professional engineering society/organization preferred
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification a plus

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Gain exposure to fieldwork and technical problem-solving in critical energy infrastructure
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel
• Make a real impact by helping deliver reliable, resilient, and sustainable power to communities

Curious about the impactful work our Electric Distribution Team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to grid resiliency and energy transition by visiting: https://www.chasolutions.com/solutions/grid-resiliency-energy-transition-solutions/.

Salary Range:

$72,000 - $75,000

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 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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