Water Treatment Engineer

Whitman, Requardt And Associates, LLP•Raleigh, NC

36d•Onsite

About The Position

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! We are seeking a Water Treatment Engineer with 5-10 years of progressive experience in the planning, design, and construction of water treatment systems. This role involves working on municipal and industrial water treatment projects, including raw water & pre-treatment facilities and processes, filtration facilities and processes, post filtration facilities and processes, chemical storage & feed systems, chemical treatment, and process mechanical, piping, and pumping systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Must have 5-10 years of progressive experience in municipal water treatment, treatment technology, water quality and process system planning, design, and construction alongside multidisciplinary teams of engineers and architects
Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Virginia or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Attention to detail with strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering
Water treatment plant hydraulic/process system modelling

Responsibilities

Analysis & Design: Assess municipal water treatment facilities and perform planning studies Develop engineering designs for water treatment plants and associated facilities.
Project Management: Manage and oversee projects from concept through construction. Coordinate with internal teams, subconsultants, and clients as needed to meet project design/construction milestones and schedule. Prepare and monitor project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
Construction Support: Provide construction-phase services, including attending pre-bid meetings and progress meetings, reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and resolving technical issues.
Technical Leadership: Serve as project design lead and coordinate technical tasks across multidisciplinary teams. Mentor and train junior engineers and support staff.
Client Interaction & Proposals: Participate in client meetings, presentations, and interviews. Assist in preparing technical proposals and developing innovative design approaches.

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