Engineer, Senior - Water Distribution
Apply NowCompany: City of Richmond, VA
Location: Richmond, VA 23223
Description:
Salary : $75,030.00 - $97,000.00 Annually
Location : Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 35M00000434
Department: Public Utilities
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y?
Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!!
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:
The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Engineer, Senior with the Water Engineering Division. This position will be responsible for managing and administering multi-faceted and complex federal-, state-, and locally funded projects. The incumbent should have a working knowledge of water modeling and experience designing and managing construction of major capital improvement projects of water distribution systems, operations, mains, valves, and hydrants. This individual will be managing distribution construction projects from conception to close-out; defining project scopes; operational problems, and specific needs while managing the engineering design process. This engineer will providing technical expertise to projects while working with architects, engineers, consultants, and outside agencies.
Duties include but are not limited to
This position is considered Essential, which means that the incumbent is required to work when the City is closed due to public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions, or inclement weather.
This individual may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays or on-call, as needed.
Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
Knowledge (some combination of the following):
Skills (some combination of the following):
Abilities (some combination of the following):
Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to finger (pick, pinch, type or otherwise work primarily with fingers), talk, see, hear and use substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers. The employee is occasionally required to reach extending hands and arms in any direction, stand, walk, pull, lift, and grasp applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
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10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?
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5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?
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Do you have a valid Virginia driver's license, or can you obtain one within 30 days?
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
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Which of the following Bachelor's Degrees do you currently have? Select all that apply.
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Which of the following describes your industry work experience? Select all that apply.
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What licenses/certificates do you have? Check all that apply.
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If you selected 'Other' in the previous question, please list licenses or certifications. If not applicable, enter "N/A".
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Do you have experience reviewing and developing engineering specifications, plans and cost estimates for water or gas distribution related capital and maintenance projects?
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Which best describes your engineering project management experience?
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Which best describes your experience with Geographic Information System (GIS).
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Which best describes your experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3-D.
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In no less than 200 words please describe your academic or working experience in civil or mechanical design/engineering.
Required Question
Location : Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 35M00000434
Department: Public Utilities
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y?
Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!!
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:
- Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- Language Incentive
- Referral Bonus
- Tuition Assistance Program
The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Engineer, Senior with the Water Engineering Division. This position will be responsible for managing and administering multi-faceted and complex federal-, state-, and locally funded projects. The incumbent should have a working knowledge of water modeling and experience designing and managing construction of major capital improvement projects of water distribution systems, operations, mains, valves, and hydrants. This individual will be managing distribution construction projects from conception to close-out; defining project scopes; operational problems, and specific needs while managing the engineering design process. This engineer will providing technical expertise to projects while working with architects, engineers, consultants, and outside agencies.
Duties include but are not limited to
- Managing work assignments, project scheduling, and budgets; reviewing specifications and drawings; inspecting job sites as required; coordinating project standards and procedures; preparing bid documents; developing budgets and budgeting proposals; reviewing and approving invoices, change orders, and design scope changes; attending or facilitating meetings; researching and compiling complex information and preparing complex reports; attending public meetings and making public presentations; assisting in budget preparation; maintaining project records; and coordinating with outside entities.
- Preparing, coordinating, reviewing, and monitoring preparation of project designs, plans, drawings, specifications, engineering studies, estimates, spreadsheets, and other materials. Collecting, gathering, interpreting, and analyzing engineering data for projects;
- Conducting engineering investigations/studies. Performing inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and other regulations;
- Evaluating detailed plans, specifications, and standards for projects; identifying potential conflicts with plans and making necessary field adjustments upon investigation or inspection;
- Maintaining logs/records, and permits; tracking systems and specialized databases, and entering data. Reviewing, preparing, and maintaining project status/technical reports, permit applications, inspections, and other documents;
- Meeting with project coordinators, consulting engineers, City representatives and contractors. Coordinating the ordinance and resolution review process; drafting and processing engineering documents, resolutions, and ordinances.
This position is considered Essential, which means that the incumbent is required to work when the City is closed due to public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions, or inclement weather.
This individual may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays or on-call, as needed.
Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
- Three years of engineering experience
- Some assignments may require a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire
TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
Knowledge (some combination of the following):
- American Water Works Regulations and National Fire Protection Association.
- General knowledge of wet or dry utility distribution system (Water or Natural Gas).
- Engineering design, best practices, Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), and construction standards related to wet or dry utility distribution system (Water or Natural Gas).
- Applicable local, federal, and state codes and regulations related water distributions system.
- General knowledge of procurement laws for design consultant selection and contractors.
Skills (some combination of the following):
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Reading, Navigating, and interpreting GIS maps
- Proficient with generating, reading, and interpreting design/construction plans
- Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3-D
- Technical writing
- Oral and written communication
- Project management
- Proficient with water distribution hydraulic modeling and system planning
- Experience with dry utility Natural Gas Modeling is also acceptable
Abilities (some combination of the following):
- Assemble complex information for others
- Navigate through and manage difficult situations working with diverse groups of individuals.
- Work with a variety of individuals such as other employees, vendors, contractors, and citizens
Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to finger (pick, pinch, type or otherwise work primarily with fingers), talk, see, hear and use substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers. The employee is occasionally required to reach extending hands and arms in any direction, stand, walk, pull, lift, and grasp applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
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10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?
- Yes
- No
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5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a valid Virginia driver's license, or can you obtain one within 30 days?
- Yes
- No
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School/GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the above
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Which of the following Bachelor's Degrees do you currently have? Select all that apply.
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Other Engineering
- No Engineering Degree
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Which of the following describes your industry work experience? Select all that apply.
- Water Distribution Systems
- Gas Distribution System
- Manufactoring
- Construction
- None of the above
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What licenses/certificates do you have? Check all that apply.
- Engineer in Training (EIT)
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- Project or Construction Management
- Other
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If you selected 'Other' in the previous question, please list licenses or certifications. If not applicable, enter "N/A".
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Do you have experience reviewing and developing engineering specifications, plans and cost estimates for water or gas distribution related capital and maintenance projects?
- Yes
- No
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Which best describes your engineering project management experience?
- Less than three (3) years of experience
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience
- More than five (5) years of experience
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Which best describes your experience with Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- No Experience
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Which best describes your experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3-D.
- Beginner
- Internediate
- Advanced
- No experience
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In no less than 200 words please describe your academic or working experience in civil or mechanical design/engineering.
Required Question