Engineer, Water Resources

Davita Inc.; Fair Lakes (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service engineering firm is hiring a Junior to Mid-Level Water Resources Engineer in Virginia. The role involves drainage design and hydrologic calculations for public sector projects, requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in stormwater design. The firm offers hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k).

Benefits

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Paid parental leave

Career Development

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant water resources engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain within one year.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform drainage design for roadways.
• Develop drainage area maps and perform hydrologic calculations.
• Conduct floodplain modeling and analysis using HEC-RAS.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Stormwater Design

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited Civil or Environmental Engineering program

Tools

HEC-RAS

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Microsoft Office

Job description

RK&K is hiring a Junior to Mid-Level Water Resources Engineer to join our growing Virginia team, supporting projects across the state including those with Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and local municipalities.

Essential Functions

As a Water Resources Engineer at RK&K, you'll play a key role in the planning and design of civil infrastructure focused on water resources. You will support a variety of public sector projects throughout Virginia, including transportation and municipal stormwater systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform drainage design for roadways, including culverts, storm sewers, and outfalls using VDOT and local standards


• Develop drainage area maps, perform hydrologic calculations, and design stormwater conveyance systems


• Design Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) and Erosion & Sediment Control Best Management Practices (BMPs)


• Conduct floodplain modeling and analysis using HEC-RAS to ensure FEMA compliance


• Prepare stormwater management plans, reports, and engineering calculations


• Produce construction drawings and specifications for permitting and bidding


• Create environmental permit drawings and support regulatory compliance submissions


• Utilize MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer (ORD) for stormwater and drainage plan production


• Collaborate with transportation and utility design teams to develop integrated infrastructure solutions


• Support field work, site assessments, and coordination with survey teams when necessary

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited Civil or Environmental Engineering program


• 0-5 years of relevant water resources engineering experience


• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain within one year


• Strong foundation in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater design


• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills


• Willingness to collaborate across disciplines


• Ability to learn and apply MicroStation and other design software


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and related modeling software


• Familiarity with VDOT Drainage Manual, standards, and plan development processes


• Experience with OpenRoads Designer (ORD) or GEOPAK


• Previous internship or professional experience supporting VDOT or Virginia municipalities

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off


• Hybrid work


• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances


• Paid parental leave


• Wellness programs and employee resource groups


• Career Development


• Matching 401(k) plan


• Paid Holidays


• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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