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Weather Engineers Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Triad Engineering

Staff Engineer

Winchester, VA · On-site

$26 - $36/hr

... all weather conditions, construction sites and/or difficult terrain, and extensive standing and ... Triad Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Triad Engineering

Staff Engineer

Winchester, VA · On-site

... all weather conditions, construction sites and/or difficult terrain, and extensive standing and ... Triad Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Triad Engineering

Staff Engineer

Winchester, VA · On-site

$26 - $36/hr

... all weather conditions, construction sites and/or difficult terrain, and extensive standing and ... Triad Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

BLN24

Senior Application Developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

They are seeking Senior Application Developers to support the NOAA National Weather Service AWIPS program, contributing to the development and enhancement of a large-scale, high-availability platform ...

BLN24

Senior Application Developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

We are seeking Senior Application Developers to support the NOAA National Weather Service AWIPS program, a mission-critical system used nationwide to process and disseminate real-time weather data ...

BLN24

Senior Application Developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

We are seeking Senior Application Developers to support the NOAA National Weather Service AWIPS program, a mission-critical system used nationwide to process and disseminate real-time weather data ...

Fairfax County

Engineer V

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$99K - $174K/yr

Join an elite group of high performing engineers that execute vital wastewater capital projects ... inclement weather or other emergencies. This position is designated as emergency service and is ...

Colman Engineering

Civil Engineer

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

As a member of our engineering team, you'll be responsible for the technical design and preparation ... Work may be performed outdoors in a range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and ...

Colman Engineering

Civil Engineer

Harrisonburg, VA

As a member of our engineering team, you'll be responsible for the technical design and preparation ... Work may be performed outdoors in a range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and ...

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What is the difference between Weather Engineers vs Meteorologists?

AspectWeather EngineersMeteorologists
Required CredentialsBachelor's in engineering, specialized training in weather dataBachelor's or higher in meteorology or atmospheric sciences
Work EnvironmentTechnical labs, field equipment, weather stationsResearch centers, TV stations, government agencies
Industry UsageDesigning weather monitoring systems, data analysis toolsForecasting, weather prediction, research

Weather Engineers focus on developing and maintaining weather-related technology and systems, while Meteorologists analyze weather data to forecast and study atmospheric phenomena. Both roles require specialized knowledge, but Weather Engineers are more technical and engineering-oriented, whereas Meteorologists are more focused on analysis and prediction.

What does a weather engineer do?

A weather engineer designs and develops systems to monitor, analyze, and predict weather conditions, often working with sensors, data collection tools, and modeling software. They may also be involved in improving weather forecasting accuracy and ensuring the reliability of weather-related technology, typically requiring knowledge of meteorology, engineering principles, and technical skills. The role can involve working in laboratories, field environments, or on research projects, often with certifications in meteorology or engineering.
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Engineer (48426)

Collins Engineers Inc.

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$66K - $83K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you.
As an Entry Level-Structural Inspection Engineer, in our Fairfax, Virginia, office, you will have the chance to be coached by seasoned engineers. The successful candidate will have a background and interest in structural engineering. This position will provide the opportunity for growth, where continuing development and participation in professional societies will be encouraged and supported. This position includes a combination of structural design and inspection projects. Projects primarily include transportation structures (bridges and ancillary) and waterfront facilities (piers, wharves, and bulkheads). The position is a mix of office and fieldwork with some travel required.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform design and inspection/field work that does not require previous experience.
  • Assist in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.
  • Prepare design computations and quantity estimates.
  • Keep project managers informed of workload and any changes to project scope or additional services.
  • Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare calculation packages and design drawings.
  • Is active in technical societies.
  • Is able to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
  • Has limited communication with clients.
  • Instruct draftspersons/technicians on design drawings, data entry, and report preparation.
  • Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
  • Field work required, which could include nights and weekends.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

*Relocation is available
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Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university, plus appropriate continuing education.
  • Between 0-4 years of experience.
  • Previous experience using AutoCAD and MicroStation a plus.
  • Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) certification or the ability to obtain within one year.
  • A valid driver's license.

Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • While in the field, the employee may be required to walk in rugged conditions, work in adverse weather conditions, and stand up to eight hours or more at a time.

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