Principal Engineer

Join Us:Shape the Future as Principal Engineer- Lead, Innovate, and Engineer World‐Class Manufacturing & Technology FacilitiesAre you ready to take your engineering career to the next level and help deliver advanced manufacturing and technology facilities that power the next generation of innovation? Do you thrive on solving complex technical challenges, working with multi‐disciplinary teams, and shaping environments where precision, efficiency, and reliability are paramount?CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking Principal Engineer to provide expert guidance, technical excellence, and visionary leadership for our Manufacturing Team in Fort Washington, PA. This is your opportunity to lead major initiatives, influence best practices, and drive transformative solutions for communities.What You'll Do:Lead manufacturing and advanced‐technology facility projects, develop innovative engineering designs, process solutions, facility layouts, technical reports, and contract documents while guiding cross‐disciplinary engineering teamsProvide expert consultation and resolve complex engineering challenges, ensuring compliance with industry standards, operational reliability, and client performance expectationsPlan, schedule, and coordinate detailed project phases across architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and process engineering disciplinesMentor and provide technical leadership to junior and mid‐level engineering staffConduct engineering studies, system evaluations, feasibility analyses, and prepare technical reports for clients and internal leadershipPrepare proposals, presentations, and technical narratives for clients, industry partners, and stakeholdersWhat You Bring:Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or other related engineering field required; Master's degree preferredMinimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience requiredProfessional Engineer (PE) license preferredExperience with engineered equipment and process solutions, practical in-plant/hands-on field engineering and management, and FEL project life cycle through construction for process piping projects are desiredExpert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areasAdvanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft OfficeProven leadership skills and ability to lead teams in a collaborative environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsParticipation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferredDeep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering lawsWhy You'll Love It Here:Lead transformative projects that enable next‐generation manufacturing and technological advancement across semiconductor fabrication, biotech and pharmaceutical facilities, research labs, food & beverage processing, and moreShape environments where precision, safety, and innovation intersect-directly influencing production capabilities and technological progressMentor and inspire talented teams dedicated to designing high‐performance facilitiesCollaborate with industry experts and company leaders within a flexible and forward‐thinking work environmentCurious about the impactful work our Manufacturing & Advanced Technology Facilities team is doing? Discover our capabilities and groundbreaking projects at: www.chasolutions.com/solutions/manufacturing-advanced-technology-facilities/.Salary Range:$145,000 - $160,000Salary 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.