Electric Distribution Engineer

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Power the Next Generation of Communities as an Electric Distribution Engineer – Design, Strengthen, and Support Reliable Electric Systems

Are you eager to launch your engineering career in a role where your work directly supports safe, reliable, and evolving power systems? Join a collaborative team focused on reinforcing electric distribution networks, supporting system upgrades, and delivering dependable energy solutions that communities rely on every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Electric Distribution Engineer to join our Electric Distribution Team
, working remotely from McAllen, TX;
Houston, TX; or Longview, TX
. In this role, you will contribute to the planning and design of electric distribution infrastructure while building a strong technical foundation and growing your career in a supportive, team-driven environment—with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on how power is delivered across our communities.

• 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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• No experience required; however prior internships and/or relevant coursework is preferred
• Strong theoretical foundation and familiarity with engineering software (Revit, AutoCAD, Micro Station, 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

• 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

$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.

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.