Sr. Electric Transmission Engineer V

Power the Next Era of Grid Resiliency as a Sr. Electric Transmission Engineer V – Strengthen, Modernize, Empower

Are you an accomplished engineering leader ready to shape the future of the high‑voltage grid? Do you thrive in roles where innovation, technical excellence, and system‑wide thinking directly advance grid resiliency and the clean energy transition?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Electric Transmission Engineer V to join our Electric Transmission Team in Atlanta, GA or working from home, where you will lead complex initiatives that strengthen grid reliability and enhance power delivery. In this pivotal role, you'll help modernize transmission infrastructure, support renewable energy integration, and deliver solutions that promote a sustainable energy future.

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

What You'll Do:

• Lead the technical execution of complex engineering designs, technical reports, and specifications for electric transmission infrastructure, including overhead lines, underground transmission, and grid-hardening upgrades
• Provide expert consultation and resolve highly complex technical issues in various areas of electric transmission engineering
• Lead advanced technical projects, collaborating with other engineering departments and project management staff to deliver sustainable solutions that enhance grid resiliency and energy efficiency
• Develop and manage discipline work plans aligned with project milestones, ensuring projects are completed within budget and scheduling restraints
• Guide and mentor junior engineering staff, including providing technical reviews and support
• Deliver technical development of proposals and external presentations to clients, public, and regulatory agencies

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices across various areas
• Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
• Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Serve as a technical leader within the Electric Transmission discipline, leading challenging projects that advance grid modernization and energy transition priorities
• Make a measurable impact while mentoring the next generation of engineering talent
• Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for local and occasional travel

Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000

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.