Sr. Electric Transmission Engineer V

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Electric Transmission Engineer V to join their Electric Transmission Team in Atlanta, GA or working from home. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead complex initiatives that strengthen grid reliability, enhance power delivery, and support renewable energy integration.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• 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

Requirements:

• 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