Water Tank Engineer

Whitman,-Requardt-; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave accrual & paid holidays

Group Life Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP (WRA) in Richmond, VA, is seeking a Water Tank Engineer to join the Water & Wastewater Facilities Group. You will plan, design, inspect, and rehabilitate water storage tanks while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client expectations, budget, and schedule.

The role requires a BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, a Virginia PE or ability to obtain within 6 months, and 5–10 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• P.E. license in Virginia or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 5–10 years of experience in water tank design, inspection, or rehabilitation.
• Proficiency in engineering software: RISA, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis of water storage tanks (elevated, ground, standpipe).
• Conduct site inspections, condition assessments, and prepare technical reports.
• Prepare design documents, specifications, cost estimates, and calculations.
• Develop rehabilitation strategies for existing tank infrastructure, including coatings and repairs.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with standards (AWWA, OSHA, local/state codes).
• Assist with permitting and construction administration.
• Support business development: proposals and presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Technical proficiency

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Eng

Tools

RISA

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Full Time Richmond, VA, 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!

WRA is seeking a Water Tank Engineer to join our Water & Wastewater Facilities Group in Richmond, VA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the planning, design, inspection, and rehabilitation of water storage tanks and related infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, delivering high-quality engineering solutions, and ensuring projects meet client expectations, budget, and schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Perform structural design and analysis of water storage tanks (elevated, ground, and standpipe types)
• Conduct site inspections, condition assessments, and prepare technical reports
• Prepare design documents, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering calculations
• Develop rehabilitation strategies for existing tank infrastructure, including coatings, structural repairs, and upgrades
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (AWWA, OSHA, local/state building codes)
• Assist with permitting processes and construction administration
• Support business development efforts, including proposals and presentations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Virginia or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 5-10 years of experience in water tank (or similar industrial structure) design, inspection, or rehabilitation
• Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., RISA, AutoCAD, Civil 3D)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects independently
• Willingness to travel for field work and site inspections

Preferred Qualifications:

• NACE or SSPC coatings certification (or ability to obtain)
• Confined space and fall protection training
• Experience with drone or robotic inspection technologies

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 $90,000.00 - $185,000.00. 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 basis without 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)