Remote Systems Engineer Contract Jobs in Indiana

Design Critical Water Infrastructure as Principal Engineering Designer – Water — Deliver Clean, Resilient Water Solutions

Are you ready to help shape the systems that keep communities healthy, resilient, and moving forward? Do you thrive in a technical design environment where precision, collaboration, and practical problem-solving support clean water and reliable wastewater service?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineering Designer – Water to join our Water Team in Indianapolis, IN or in a remote capacity. In this senior-level role, you will lead the design and production of complex water, wastewater, and sewer infrastructure deliverables that support treatment, collection, distribution, assessment, rehabilitation, and long-term system performance—while mentoring designers and partnering with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that protect public health and strengthen communities.

• Lead the research, preparation, and production of water/wastewater infrastructure design drawings using tools such as REVIT, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and related design software
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated solutions across various water/wastewater projects such as treatment facilities, conveyance systems, and pump stations
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior designers on project drawing production, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards across all deliverables
• Examine complex contract documents and drawings for errors, revising as needed to align with contract specifications
• Contribute to the development of technical reports, material costs, construction estimations, and production schedules for water/wastewater infrastructure projects
• Conduct project review meetings and prepare project “As-Builts” documentation

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Science, or related technical field required
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in document production within the engineering discipline required
• Proficiency in discipline-based software (REVIT, AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative work ethic
• Expert working knowledge of engineering discipline with strong expertise in design drawing layout
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with demonstrated technical proficiency

• Help deliver clean water, reliable wastewater systems, and critical sewer infrastructure that supports public health, environmental stewardship, and community growth
• Work on a diverse portfolio of treatment, collection, distribution, assessment, and rehabilitation projects that make a lasting impact
• Grow your career in a flexible, supportive environment that values innovation, technical excellence, mentorship, and professional development

Curious about the impactful work our Water team is doing? Learn more about how CHA supports water, wastewater, and sewer systems through innovative planning, design, and sustainable infrastructure solutions by visiting:
chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/.

$44.23 - $52.88

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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