Transportation - Water Resources Engineer
About The Position
Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) is seeking an experienced Transportation - Water Resources Engineer for their Pittsburgh, PA regional office. WRA has been in business for over 110 years and is known for its quality work and employees. This role will focus on designing infrastructure and buildings that improve the world. The clientele includes state and local agencies such as PennDOT, PA Turnpike Commission, and numerous PA municipalities. The engineer will collaborate with other WRA offices on projects in different regions. The primary focus will be on hydrologic/hydraulic (H/H) studies, drainage, stormwater management (SWM), and erosion/sediment control (ESC) design for transportation projects. Additional duties include developing environmental permits and contract documents, performing quality control/peer reviews, supporting marketing and business development, and mentoring staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- 5-10 years of hydrology/hydraulics/drainage/SWM/ESC design experience.
- Licensed as a Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Pennsylvania or ability to obtain within 6 months through comity.
- Experience designing drainage, stormwater management systems/BMP’s, erosion and sediment pollution controls; and preparing contract documents.
- Experience with H/H design software including HY-8, NRCS (TR-55/TR-20); HydroCAD, StreamStats, HEC-RAS, et. al.
- Hands-on experience with MicroStation CADD software.
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience on PennDOT projects is required.
- Experience with the PA Turnpike or PA municipalities is a plus.
- Knowledge of PennDOT/PA Turnpike specifications, policies, and procedures preferred.
- Understanding of 3D design, including OpenRoads Designer, a plus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct hydrologic/hydraulic (H/H) studies and drainage design for transportation projects.
- Perform stormwater management (SWM) and erosion/sediment control (ESC) design.
- Develop environmental permits and contract documents.
- Conduct quality control/peer reviews.
- Support marketing and business development efforts.
- Mentor and develop staff.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
