Civil Engineer

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 a Civil Engineer to join our Water Team in Blacksburg, VA or Richmond, 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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/.

$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. 

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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