Water Resources Engineer - Mid Level

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

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);
  Hydro
  
  CAD, Stream Stats, HEC-RAS, Pondpack et. al preferred
• Hands-on experience with Micro Station CADD software. Understanding of 3D design, including Open Roads Designer, a plus.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others

Benefits:

• 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.