Hydraulic Engineer

About the role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Hydraulic Engineer to join our Bridge Team in Hartford, CT; Burlington, MA; Keene, NH; Albany, NY; Indianapolis, IN; or Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of specifications and reports for bridge projects
• Develop computation methods, technical reports, and specifications under the guidance of senior staff or technical leadership
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies, applying standard procedures and best practices for safety and infrastructure resilience
• Monitor project progress and performance, acting quickly to resolve operational issues and minimize delays in critical bridge infrastructure projects
• Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including field assignments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related disciplines required
• Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience required
• DOT hydraulic modeling and bridge design experience required
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of the hydraulic engineering, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, bridge and/or culvert design, bridge scour evaluations, and FEMA floodplain evaluation, as well as proven ability to practically apply it in a professional environment
• Understanding of QA/QC procedures and regulatory standards
• Proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (HEC-RAS, TR-20, SMS SRH2D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.), as well as Microsoft Office
• Experience with Open Channel required

Skills

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Benefits

Salary Range $90,000 - $95,000 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.

Pay

$90,000 - $95,000

Schedule

Flexible work environment that supports professional growth and collaboration