Principal Engineer

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Fort Washington, PA

1d • $145,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Are 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, or other related engineering field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering experience required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Experience 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 desired
• Expert knowledge of engineering fundamentals and specialty areas
• Advanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as Microsoft Office
• Proven leadership skills and ability to lead teams in a collaborative environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
• Deep understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws

Responsibilities

• 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 teams
• Provide expert consultation and resolve complex engineering challenges, ensuring compliance with industry standards, operational reliability, and client performance expectations
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed project phases across architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and process engineering disciplines
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior and mid‑level engineering staff
• Conduct engineering studies, system evaluations, feasibility analyses, and prepare technical reports for clients and internal leadership
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and technical narratives for clients, industry partners, and stakeholders

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees