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CHA Consulting, Inc. Civil Engineer in Blacksburg, Virginia
Join Us:
Start Your Engineering Journey as a Civil Engineer — Learn, Design, and Support Essential Water and Wastewater Systems
Are you ready to begin your engineering career working on systems that deliver clean water, protect public health, and promote environmental sustainability? Do you thrive in a collaborative setting where learning, innovation, and real ‑ world impact come together?
CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking aCivil Engineerto join ourWater TeaminBlacksburg, VAorRichmond, VA. In this role, you will support water/wastewater infrastructure projects that help communities operate safely and sustainably. You will work alongside experienced engineers to contribute to planning, design, and field efforts while building a strong foundation in water and wastewater infrastructure engineering.
What You'll Do:
Assist in the design, development, and implementation of technical solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, such as treatment facilities, pipelines, pumping systems, and stormwater solutions
Support senior engineers in preparing technical reports, contract documents, and cost estimates
Perform calculations and design tasks using industry standards, regulatory guidelines, and best practices for sustainable water and wastewater systems
Join field assignments with senior staff to gain hands-on experience in assessment, planning, and rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure systems
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
No experience required; however prior internships and/or relevant coursework are preferred
Strong theoretical foundation and familiarity with engineering software, such as AutoCAD
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
Why You'll Love It Here:
Gain hands ‑ on experience across a variety of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects that support resilient communities
Learn from multidisciplinary teams while developing technical, analytical, and problem ‑ solving skills
Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for office collaboration and local fieldwork
Make a meaningful impact by contributing to infrastructure solutions that protect public health and the environment
Curious about the impactful work our Water team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable water solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/ .
Salary Range:
$74,000 - $78,000
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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LocationUS-VA-Blacksburg | US-VA-Richmond
Job ID 7639
Positions 1
Category Water/Wastewater