Water Systems Engineer

RMC Global; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance (

Annual Bonus Program

Life insurance (1x salary)

Company paid disability

Cell phone reimbursement $65/month

401(k) plan

3% Safe Harbor employer contribution

Job summary

RMC Global seeks a Water Systems Engineer for a full-time hybrid role in Dahlgren, VA. The engineer will evaluate water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater systems supporting federal missions, prepare reports, and deliver actionable recommendations.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in water/wastewater infrastructure, strong writing skills, and the ability to communicate complex issues to clients. This role includes DoW client engagement and a security clearance path.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience in a technical field.
• 5+ years in electrical utility field.
• Familiarity with UFC and DoW standards.
• Military facilities design or construction experience preferred.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate reliability, resiliency, and redundancy of water systems for federal missions.
• Analyze system data and identify vulnerabilities and regulatory gaps.
• Prepare clear reports and provide recommendations to DoW stakeholders.
• Conduct field surveys and virtual/onsite assessments of water infrastructure.
• Develop engineering reports and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Strong writing skills

English language proficiency

Team collaboration

Ability to present findings clearly

Education

Four-year college technical degree or equivalent experience

Engineer-in-Training

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Description

RMC is seeking a Water Systems Engineer for a full-time hybrid position in Dahlgren, VA!

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling and impactful career journey with RMC Global? We're in search of an exceptional Water Systems Engineer to become a part of our mission-driven team, dedicated to making a difference in the federal and commercial markets. At RMC, we're all about enhancing security for both our military and global commercial partners, offering an array of services such as Risk Management, Mission Assurance, and Cybersecurity.

Our team's well-being is paramount, and we reflect this commitment through our flexible work environment and exceptional company culture. By joining RMC, you become a key contributor to our mission – Assuring Tomorrow!

When you join RMC, you'll experience a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans fully covered for employees
  • Subsidized dependent health care coverage
• Participation in our Annual Bonus Program
• Life insurance policy equivalent to 1x your annual salary.
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Cell phone reimbursement of $65 per month
• 401(k) Plan with contributions
• A 401(k) Safe Harbor Employer Contribution Program, which includes a 3% contribution

Position Summary:

The Water Systems Engineer will evaluate the reliability, resiliency, and redundancy of water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater collection systems that support federal and military missions. This role requires a strong technical background in water and wastewater infrastructure, including potable water systems, treatment facilities, pump stations, storage assets, collection networks, and associated control systems. Responsibilities include collecting, analyzing, and interpreting system data; identifying vulnerabilities, cross-infrastructure dependencies, and regulatory compliance gaps; and preparing clear, actionable reports and recommendations. Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills are essential. The Engineer must be able to articulate technical issues to clients and colleagues, deliver formal presentations, and produce professional written reports. Primary clients include organizations within the Department of War (DoW).

Essential Functions:

• Participate in planning activities for virtual meetings and site assessments. Review system drawings, specifications, and documentation to verify compliance with applicable water, wastewater, environmental standards, and operational requirements.
• Conduct virtual and on site assessments of water supply, treatment, distribution, and wastewater collection systems to evaluate system condition, configuration, and operational performance. Review mission data and operational guidance to determine asset criticality and identify single points of failure.
• Perform field surveys and analyze maps, diagrams, and system data to identify deficiencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement in water and wastewater systems.
• Conduct water and wastewater infrastructure analysis of potable water systems, treatment facilities, storage assets, pump stations, distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, and related global infrastructure.
• Collect and interpret data related to infrastructure capacity and system performance to identify vulnerabilities to hazards, disruptions, or emerging threats.
• Evaluate operational efficiency of water and wastewater systems and document findings.
• Identify water and wastewater infrastructure vulnerabilities and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare engineering reports detailing findings, analyses, and proposed improvements.
• Develop original reports, edit team submissions, and coordinate contributions to ensure timely, high quality deliverables.
• Conduct peer reviews, editing, and adjudication of technical documents.
• Address tasking from internal teams, DoW stakeholders, and broader organizational initiatives in a responsive and professional manner.
• Manage workload proactively, maintaining a 30 day outlook to meet deadlines and identify resource needs.
• Participate in engineering meetings, internal development sessions, and training activities.
• Maintain a strong customer service mindset by addressing client needs promptly and effectively

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of DoW-owned and civilian-owned water and wastewater infrastructure, networks, and operational requirements across CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Engineering Assessments (Field Work).
• Ability to climb ladders and to walk distances over rough terrain.
• Preferred experience with DoW Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) requirements.
• Familiarity and experience with water and wastewater treatment facility processes and design.
• Preferred knowledge of American Water Works Association (AWWA), Environmental Protection Agency Requirements, and other Federal, State and Local Codes.
• Relevant experience in evaluating and designing process piping and process mechanical systems
• Experience in advanced facilities with sequencing batch reactors, membranes, lift stations, headworks, surge overflow basins, ultraviolet disinfection systems, aerobic digesters, sludge lagoons, or control buildings.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, and Office products with an emphasis on Excel.
• Knowledge of infrastructure threats and the ability to provide mitigation strategies for physical and cyber vulnerabilities.
• A collaborative team player who can effectively work within groups to achieve project objectives.
• Portraying a professional image when interacting with clients and installation personnel. Adhering to the RMC dress policy for assessments, engagement, attentiveness, and interactive.
• Capability to work within small groups and present findings clearly.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken, ensuring effective communication in a professional context.

Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements

• Four-year college technical degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience in electrical utility field
• Familiarity with industry standards and pertinent federal policy
• Military background or experience with military facilities design or construction
• Strong writing skills

Desired Certificates & Licenses:

• Engineer-in-Training or have an interest in obtaining Engineer-in-Training status
• Interest in obtaining Professional Engineer (PE) License

Other Requirements:

• Hybrid Position: This is a hybrid position where you will be working 4 days in office and 1 day remote.
• Security Clearance: Obtaining a DoW Top Secret clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for clearance level required for the job.
• Valid Passport: Possession of a current passport with a minimum of 8 months remaining until the expiration date.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness and capability to travel CONUS and OCONUS up to 25% of the time.
• Work Environment Compliance: Commitment to maintaining a drug-free work environment, U.S. Citizenship, and possession of a valid state driver's license.

Want to take the next step in your career with RMC? This Water Systems Engineer role is where your skills and talents will thrive, and you'll be part of something truly meaningful.

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Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RMC has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by your manager as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and RMC reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as RMC may deem appropriate.

RMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.