Water Resources Engineer - Mid Level

Whitman,-Requardt-; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual & holidays

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) seeks an experienced Water Resources Engineer for our Mechanicsburg office. The candidate will lead planning, analysis, design, and permitting of water resources projects across public and private sectors.

The ideal candidate has 11–15 years of water resources experience, an active PA PE license or ability to obtain it within 6 months, and proficiency with HY-8, NRCS/TR-55/TR-20, HydroCAD, StreamStats, and HEC-RAS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 11–15 years of progressive experience in water resources engineering.
• Active Pennsylvania PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with HY-8, NRCS TR-55/TR-20, HydroCAD, StreamStats, HEC-RAS.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support planning, analysis, design, and permitting of water resources projects.
• Prepare engineering plans, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Mentor junior engineering staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct field investigations and site assessments.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Env Eng

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HY-8

NRCS TR-55/TR-20

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

StreamStats

Job description

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Full Time Mechanicsburg, PA, US

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 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!

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) is a full-service, multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, construction management, and environmental firm with a long-standing tradition of excellence. At WRA, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we foster a collaborative environment where innovation and professional growth are encouraged.

WRA is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join our team in the Mechanicsburg office. The ideal candidate will have 11 to 15 years of relevant experience in water resources engineering, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality projects across both public and private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning, analysis, design, and permitting of water resources projects, including:
  • Stormwater management
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling
  • Dam and embankment evaluation and breach modeling
  • Floodplain studies
  • Erosion and sediment control
• Prepare engineering plans, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage and mentor junior engineering staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct field investigations and site assessments.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with proposal development and business development initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program; Master’s degree preferred.
• 11–15 years of progressive experience in water resources engineering.
• Active Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain within 6 months, if registered elsewhere).
• Experience with H/H design software including HY-8, NRCS (TR-55/TR-20); HydroCAD, StreamStats, HEC-RAS, et. al.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PennDOT/PA Turnpike specifications, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• 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

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $140,000.00 - $215,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basiswithout the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)