Hydraulic Modeler - Water and Sewer

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 99,500; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Hydraulic Modeler – Water and Sewer to join our Water Team in Blacksburg, VA or Richmond, VA.

You will develop, calibrate, and analyze hydraulic and hydrologic models for water and wastewater systems, supporting design decisions and long‑term infrastructure planning. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree with 3+ years of related experience and proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, and InfoWorks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience required.
• EIT certification or PE license preferred.
• Strong knowledge in hydraulics with practical application.
• Hydraulic modeling experience required.
• Experience with AutoCAD, GIS, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, InfoWorks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and collaborative mindset.
• Participation in engineering societies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, calibrate, and analyze hydraulic and hydrologic models for water and wastewater infrastructure systems.
• Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of specifications and reports for water projects.
• Develop computation methods, technical reports, and specifications under guidance of senior staff.
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies, applying best practices for sustainability and public health.
• Monitor project progress and performance, resolving issues to minimize delays.
• Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff, including field assignments.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

InfoWater

InfoWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hydraulic Modeler – Water and Sewer

Advance Your Impact as Hydraulic Modeler – Water and Sewer – Analyze, Optimize, and Deliver Critical Water Infrastructure Solutions

Are you ready to apply advanced hydraulic modeling expertise to solve complex water and wastewater system challenges? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where data‑driven analysis supports resilient infrastructure and protects public health?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Hydraulic Modeler – Water and Sewer to join our Water Team in Blacksburg, VA or Richmond, VA. In this role, you will support hydraulic and hydrologic modeling efforts for water distribution systems, wastewater and sewer networks, and stormwater infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with engineers, planners, and project managers to inform design decisions, system improvements, and long‑term infrastructure planning for communities.

What You'll Do

• Develop, calibrate, and analyze hydraulic and hydrologic models for water and wastewater infrastructure systems
• Independently complete engineering design, technical analysis, and preparation of specifications and reports for water 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 environmental sustainability and public health
• Monitor project progress and performance, acting quickly to resolve operational issues and minimize delays in critical infrastructure
• Take responsibility for large portions of projects with oversight from senior staff or management, including field assignments and rehabilitation efforts

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
• Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience required
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Strong working and theoretical knowledge in the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply engineering knowledge in practical settings
• Hydraulic modeling experience required
• Experience with software such as AutoCAD, GIS, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, and InfoWorks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred

Why You'll Love It Here

• Work alongside experienced engineers and modelers on complex, high impact water and wastewater projects
• Apply advanced modeling tools to real‑world infrastructure challenges that support community resilience
• Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for collaboration, technical growth, and professional development
• Make a meaningful impact by supporting sustainable infrastructure solutions that protect water resources and public health

Curious about the impactful work our Water team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/water-wastewater-sewer/.

Salary Range

$85,000 – $99,500

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.

Culture/EEO Statement

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.