Water Tank Engineer — Design, Inspect & Rehab

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

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.