Senior Water & Wastewater Process Mechanical Engineer

Whitman,-Requardt-; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual & holidays

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking a Water/Wastewater Process Mechanical Engineer in Blacksburg, VA. The role covers evaluation, planning, design and construction administration of municipal water and wastewater facilities, with emphasis on mechanical, piping, and pumping systems.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of relevant experience, ABET-accredited engineering degree, and strong communication skills. PE license in Virginia is preferred; Master’s degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 5–10 years in evaluating and designing process piping and mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fluid mechanics and treatment processes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, design, and analysis of water and wastewater facility infrastructure.
• Develop plans, specs, and cost estimates for pumping stations and treatment facilities.
• Perform hydraulic analyses, equipment selection, and system sizing.
• Support permitting and regulatory coordination for projects.
• Provide construction administration, shop drawing reviews, and site observations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and budget.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical/Civil/Chemical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical/Civil/Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking a Water/Wastewater Process Mechanical Engineer in Blacksburg, VA. The role covers evaluation, planning, design and construction administration of municipal water and wastewater facilities, with emphasis on mechanical, piping, and pumping systems.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of relevant experience, ABET-accredited engineering degree, and strong communication skills. PE license in Virginia is preferred; Master’s degree is a plus.