Engineer I

Begin Your Journey as an Engineer I — Build Connections, Create Solutions, and Keep Communities Moving

Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your passion for engineering into real-world impact? Do you want to work on projects that improve mobility while learning from experienced professionals who are invested in your growth?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I to join our Highway & Rail Team in Columbia, SC, where you'll help deliver transportation solutions that connect communities and support economic vitality. From roadway improvements to rail infrastructure enhancements, you'll gain hands-on experience working on projects that shape how people travel and how goods reach their destinations.

• Assist with the planning, design, and development of highway and rail transportation projects
• Support senior engineers in preparing technical reports, design calculations, specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates
• Apply engineering principles, industry standards, and regulatory requirements to develop transportation solutions that enhance mobility and safety
• Participate in field visits and site assessments to gain hands-on experience and develop a deeper understanding of transportation design and construction practices

• 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 (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
• 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

• Build your technical expertise through hands-on experience across roadway, highway, and rail infrastructure projects
• Work alongside knowledgeable professionals who are invested in your growth and career development
• Enjoy a flexible, collaborative work environment with opportunities for field exposure and project variety

Curious about the impactful work our Highway & Rail team is doing? Discover how CHA is enhancing transportation infrastructure through innovative highway, roadway, rail, bridge, and multimodal solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

$73,000 - $80,000

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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