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Design Engineer III - Water Resources

Wallace Montgomery
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/16/2026

Wallace Montgomery is seeking a Water Resources engineer, with at least 5 years of professional experience, to work in our Fairfax or Richmond, Virginia office. This individual will be exposed to a variety of project types, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. The Design Engineer III will work on complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Primary Functions:

  1. Prepare engineering design, studies and reports.

  2. Determine / reviews appropriate application of technical methods of the work and verify compliance with criteria.

  3. Participate / Reviews the development of engineering design details, specifications, contract drawings and estimates.

  4. Prepare construction contract documents including final design details, construction drawings, specifications and estimates.

  5. Participate in presentations such as public meetings.

  6. Monitor current design trends/methodologies related to their area of expertise.

  7. Assist in training new employees in using CADD software.

  8. Client contact on a limited basis.

  9. Field work as team member for inspections and research for projects.

  10. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field 
  • Professional Engineering License required (VA preferred)
  • 5-10 years' experience 
  • VDOT experience preferred.

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