Engineer

American Water Works Association; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water in Virginia is seeking engineers to support regulatory compliance, provide technical assistance, and conduct on-site inspections for water treatment facilities and public water systems.

Positions require strong knowledge of biology, chemistry, core engineering principles, and the ability to interpret laws, prepare comprehensive reports, and lead teams to ensure safe drinking water across the region.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of biology, microbiology, chemistry and core engineering principles.
• Applied quantitative analysis in engineering contexts.
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory compliance management for assigned facilities.
• Provide technical assistance and on-site inspections.
• Evaluate submitted engineering documents for compliance and adequacy.

Skills

Biology & Microbiology

Chemistry

Judgment & Decision Making

Technical Report Writing

Regulatory Interpretation

Leadership & Staff Development

Job description

The Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water (VDH-ODW) is receiving applications for available environmental engineering positions in its Abingdon and Norfolk regional offices. These positions manage regulatory compliance, provide technical assistance, conduct on-site inspections, and evaluate submitted engineering documents for an assigned number of the 170 water treatment plants and 2800 public water systems in Virginia. VDH-ODW regional offices are collaborative, responsive, and committed to our goal of protecting public health and helping to ensure all Virginians have a safe and adequate supply of drinking water.

• 1. Demonstrated knowledge of and applied experience in biology, microbiology, chemistry, core engineering principles, and quantitative analysis.
• 2. Established experience in exercising sound judgement and making well-informed engineering decisions.
• 3. Experience in conveying technical information clearly, engage with different audiences, and preparing comprehensive technical reports.
• 4. Proven experience in interpreting, analyzing, and applying applicable laws, regulations, policies, and complex technical documentation.
• 5. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to effectively manage and develop professional staff.
• 6. Comprehensive engineering expertise in water-related disciplines, including civil, sanitary, environmental, or chemical engineering.