Water Engineer

Drive What’s Next as a Principal Water Supply Engineer — Lead Critical Systems and Advance Resilient Infrastructure

Are you passionate about helping communities maintain safe, reliable drinking water systems? Do you enjoy leading projects, solving practical engineering challenges, and working with teams to improve public infrastructure?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Principal Water Supply Engineer to join our Water Team in Indianapolis, IN. In this senior leadership role, you’ll help deliver important drinking water projects from planning and design through construction and start-up. You’ll work on projects involving water treatment facilities, distribution systems, storage facilities, and source supply infrastructure that support public health and long-term community growth.

Responsibilities

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• Lead drinking water infrastructure projects from initial planning through construction and completion
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• Oversee engineering studies, designs, reports, and technical documentation
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• Provide guidance on water treatment, storage, and distribution system improvements
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• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to keep projects moving forward
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• Mentor junior staff and support technical quality across projects
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• Evaluate existing water systems and recommend practical, sustainable solutions
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• Prepare reports and presentations for clients, regulatory agencies, and internal leadership
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• Support proposals and help communicate technical concepts in a clear, client-friendly manner
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
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• Minimum of 15 years of engineering experience required, preferably related to drinking water systems
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• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
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• Strong understanding of water treatment and distribution infrastructure
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• Experience with engineering and modeling software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Plant3D, Civil 3D, or WaterCAD
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• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
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• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
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• Familiarity with engineering standards, QA/QC practices, and regulatory requirements
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