What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Resources Engineer - Mid Level position at Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP?
WRA is currently seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer in our Virginia Beach, VA office. This position will work with other Virginia regions as well. Responsibilities will include hydrologic/hydraulic (H/H) studies and drainage, stormwater management (SWM) and erosion/sediment control (ESC) design primarily for transportation projects.
Responsibilities will include the following:
- 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 with 5-10 years of relevant experience
- Licensed as a Registered Professional Engineer required
- 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
WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
Position #: 2162
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