Principal Engineer

About the role

The Chesterfield County Department of Utilities is a public water and wastewater utility committed to delivering high-quality service and protecting the environment. This position serves as a manager within the Development Section, overseeing utility engineering for community development projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of senior engineers and assistants in plan review, permit review, cross-connection control, and backflow prevention.
• Support capital project management, facilities master planning, and system modeling for community development.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to water distribution and wastewater collection systems using engineering analysis and standard practices.
• Prepare and review monthly reports, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and contracts.
• Interact with the public and collaborate with various agencies and internal teams on project design and construction.
• Host or attend meetings and presentations with diverse groups of internal and external customers.
• Serve as a representative for the county in project teams, addressing utilities system impacts from land development proposals.
• Provide training, guidance, and supervision to ensure departmental goals and expectations for project completion are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Five years of engineering experience in water or wastewater systems, or a combination thereof.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) designation with experience in water modeling, project management, and supervisory roles.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude and excellent technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Proficient knowledge of water and wastewater systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships and work effectively in a team environment.

Skills

• Project management and supervisory experience.
• Technical expertise in water and wastewater systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $84,488 - $128,845. Salary is determined based on qualifications and experience. Additional benefits include a competitive compensation package, the Virginia Retirement System, paid time off, flexible work schedules, remote work opportunities, professional development plans, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $84,488 - $128,845. Salary offered will be based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Contact Information

To apply, visit chesterfield.gov/careers. For more information, please contact (804) 748-1551.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion.