Water/Wastewater Engineer

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". With over 110 years in business, we are known for quality work and quality employees. Join our team to design infrastructure and buildings that improve the world.

About the role

We are seeking a Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Engineer with 5 to 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. Construction phase experience is desired. Experience with water and wastewater facilities, water storage tanks, and pumping stations is a plus.

The successful candidate will independently work on technical tasks with minimal supervision, lead and coordinate technical tasks, and serve as the project design lead when appropriate. You will also support the preparation of technical proposals, particularly the development of technical approaches. Strong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills, and the ability to mentor and train younger engineering staff are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and provide design oversight of water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, successfully manage and deliver projects on time and on budget while meeting quality requirements.
• Control work-in-progress and ensure accurate client billings on projects.
• Participate in the construction phase, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations, 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 monitoring project status and controlling execution to achieve project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 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) registration in the State of Delaware, or ability to become registered through comity from another state within 6 months.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options.
• Competitive salary.
• Leave accrual and paid holidays.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Group Life Insurance, as well as optional additional 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.