Transportation - Water Resources Engineer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

$90K — $185K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience
  • EIT certification required, PE preferred
  • Experience in designing drainage and stormwater management systems
  • Proficient with H&H design software like HEC-RAS and HydroCAD
  • Hands-on experience with MicroStation CADD software
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic studies for transportation projects
  • Design stormwater management and erosion/sediment control solutions
  • Perform watershed analysis using hydraulic modeling techniques
  • Prepare and modify drainage designs in CADD software
  • Ensure compliance with VA DEQ regulations for water quality and quantity
  • Design storm sewer systems and evaluate bridges for hydraulic capacity
  • Conduct fieldwork as required for project assessments

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Healthcare benefits including life insurance and disability coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education
  • Paid time off including leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal support
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits
Full Job Description
WRA is currently seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer in our Fairfax, VA office. This position will work with other Virginia regions as well. Responsibilities: • Hydrologic/hydraulic (H/H) studies and drainage • Stormwater management (SWM) and erosion/sediment control (ESC) design primarily for transportation projects • Performing hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) watershed analysis and modeling for river mechanics / Floodplain Studies • Preparation or modification of drainage design on CADD drawings/ construction plan documents • Water quality, quantity, design per VA DEQ regulations • Storm sewer system design and profiles • Erosion and sediment control design • Bridge/culvert hydraulics and design, including scour analysis Other duties may include performing GIS based project background mapping, utilization of H&H modeling software, technical report preparation, and construction cost estimating. Some field work may be required;, therefore, the candidate will need a vehicle or access to transportation for this position. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET accredited program • 5-10 years of relevant experience • EIT certification required, PE preferred • Experience designing drainage, stormwater management systems/BMP's, erosion and sediment pollution controls; and preparing contract documents preferred. • Experience with H/H design software including HY-8, NRCS (TR-55/TR-20); HydroCAD, StreamStats, HEC-RAS, Pondpack et. al preferred • Hands-on experience with MicroStation CADD software. Understanding of 3D design, including OpenRoads Designer, a plus. • Exceptional communication and organizational skills • Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others Benefits: WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: • Flexible work schedule options • Competitive salary • Leave accrual and paid holidays • Healthcare benefits • Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Assistance Program • Parental and maternity leave benefits The expected compensation range for this position is $90,000.00 - $185,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. ***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***** Position #: 3283 #LI - onsite #LI - mid-level

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