Water Engineer

Drive What’s Next as a Principal Water Supply Engineer — Lead Critical Systems and Advance Resilient InfrastructureAre 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.ResponsibilitiesLead drinking water infrastructure projects from initial planning through construction and completionOversee engineering studies, designs, reports, and technical documentationProvide guidance on water treatment, storage, and distribution system improvementsCoordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to keep projects moving forwardMentor junior staff and support technical quality across projectsEvaluate existing water systems and recommend practical, sustainable solutionsPrepare reports and presentations for clients, regulatory agencies, and internal leadershipSupport proposals and help communicate technical concepts in a clear, client-friendly mannerQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; Master’s degree preferredMinimum of 15 years of engineering experience required, preferably related to drinking water systemsProfessional Engineer (PE) license requiredStrong understanding of water treatment and distribution infrastructureExperience with engineering and modeling software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Plant3D, Civil 3D, or WaterCADStrong leadership, communication, and teamwork skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities effectivelyFamiliarity with engineering standards, QA/QC practices, and regulatory requirements