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DescriptionThe City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities is seeking for highly qualified candidates to fill Engineer Principal- Modeling Engineer position. The selected candidate will support DPU Water Distribution team with hydraulic modeling function for capital improvement projects, system planning, and analytical support as needed. The select candidate shall be proficient with Geographical Information Technology (GIS) and Autodesk Infowater Pro or equivalent hydraulic modeling software and must possess technical knowledge of American Water Works Association (AWWA) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) best practices and standards related to water distribution system.Duties include but are not limited to
Develop, calibrate, and maintain city's water distribution hydraulic model using Autodesk Infowater Pro.
Perform scenario assessment to support future growth evaluation and water demand projection.
Perform system planning to assist with planned or emergency shutdown, and project coordination.
Assist with capital planning and project support for water distribution renewal, loop closures, and ancillary projects.
Assist with condition assessment of overall water distribution system for low pressure issues, identifying deficiencies, and resiliency/redundancy improvements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Special Certifications and LicensesMINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree in mechanical or civil engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited university.
Five years of professional engineering experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in water distribution hydraulic modeling.
At least two (3) years of general GIS experience.
Professional Engineering license in VA.
Eight (8) years of experience using Autodesk Infowater Pro modeling software or other equivalent hydraulic modeling software.
Five (5) years of experience working with municipal water distribution system.
Must possess strong fundamentals of fluid mechanics, system integrity, utility risk management, AWWA and NFPA best practice and standards.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
Knowledge of water distribution system and operational profile.
AWWA and NFPA best practice and standards.
Strong problem-solving skills to assess data and recommend risk-informed, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to align engineering tasks with broader business objectives and goals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience presenting to public, management, regulators, and field teams experience preferred.
Ability to prioritize and manage projects efficiently and complete in timely manner.
Analytical and strategic thinking.
Detailed oriented and ability to effectively communicate.
Americans with Disabilities Act RequirementsReasonable 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 frequently required to stand, walk, and feel; and the employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach extending hands and arms in any direction, push, pull, or lift. 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 StatementThe 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.