Water Principal Engineer

Join Us:

Shape the Future as a Water Principal Engineer — Lead, Innovate, Inspire Water/Wastewater Solutions

Are you ready to take your engineering career to its highest level and make a lasting impact on water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure? Do you find fulfillment in solving intricate challenges, leading collaborative teams, and championing innovation for projects that protect public health and the environment?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Water Principal Engineer to join our Water Team in Indianapolis, IN; Evansville, IN; or Columbus, OH and provide expert guidance, visionary leadership, and technical excellence. This is your opportunity to lead major initiatives, influence best practices, and drive transformative solutions for communities.

What You'll Do:

• Lead all phases of multifaceted water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects—from concept through completion—by developing advanced engineering designs, technical reports, and contract documentation, while guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineering staff
• Provide expert consultation and resolve highly complex technical issues across multiple teams and projects
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed project phases with engineering and project management teams
• Mentor and provide technical review for junior engineering staff
• Conduct engineering studies, investigations, and prepare reports for company leadership, clients, and regulatory agencies
• Prepare technical proposals and external presentations for clients, the general public, and regulatory agencies, showcasing CHA’s commitment to sustainable water solutions

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience required; water, wastewater, stormwater experience preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areas
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office
• Proven leadership skills and ability to lead teams in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
• Deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Lead transformative water, wastewater, and stormwater projects that shape the future of infrastructure and environmental stewardship
• Mentor and inspire talented teams dedicated to delivering clean water and safe wastewater solutions
• Collaborate with industry experts and company leadership in a flexible work environment

Curious about the impactful work our Water team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/. 

Salary Range:

$150,000 - $180,000 

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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