Water/Wastewater Engineer

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • 5-10 years of experience in water and wastewater system planning, design, and construction
  • Proven track record with water transmission systems and sanitary sewer system rehabilitation
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certificate in North Carolina or eligibility for comity within six months
  • Strong technical writing and oral presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage and provide design oversight for water/wastewater projects
  • Prepare and track project budgets, ensuring timely delivery within quality standards
  • Conduct construction phase activities, including contract preparation and evaluations
  • Participate in pre-project presentations and interviews
  • Lead project planning from procurement through execution and closeout

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Group Life Insurance and optional additional life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Water/wastewater engineer with experience in water and wastewater system planning, design of water and wastewater pumping stations, upgrades to pumping stations and treatment facilities. Construction phase support services experience is desired. The successful candidate is expected to be able to independently work on technical tasks with minimum supervision, lead and coordinate technical tasks and, when appropriate, serve as the project design lead. The successful candidate is also expected to support the preparation of technical proposals in particular the development of technical approaches. Successful candidate should demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as presentation skills, and the ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff. Responsibilities will include: • Manage, plan, and provide design oversight of water/wastewater projects. • Prepare and monitor project budgets, successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget, while meeting quality requirements. Responsible for control of work-in-progress and ensure accurate client billings on projects. • Participate in construction phase, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations and contract preparation. • Participate in pre-project presentations and interviews. • Lead project planning efforts from procurement and negotiation through execution and closeout, while continuing to monitor project status and control execution to achieve project goals. Requirements: Applicants must possess the following: • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program • 5-10 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater system planning, design, and construction, including water transmission systems, force mains, and the evaluation, design and rehabilitation of sanitary sewer systems. • Professional Engineer (PE) registered in North Carolina, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months preferred. 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 Position # 2986 #LI - Onsite #LI - Mid-Level

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