INTERNAL ONLY: Associate Engineer - TPS Engineering

The Water & Engineering Technology department is seeking an Associate Engineer - TPS Engineering. This position performs various engineering-related duties requiring fundamental engineering knowledge for the planning, design, and construction of wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure under the direction of a Professional Engineer. 
 
Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification.  Clean Water Services (CWS) may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)

1. Supports engineering projects through the planning, design, construction, and startup phases of project delivery. 
2. Assists project teams in problem investigation, validating existing conditions, field inspection, data collection, design planning and presentations, preparation of contract drawings and specifications, contract bidding, and construction coordination and inspection. 
3. Assists with preparing and maintaining technical communications, project records, design workshop presentations, construction contract documents, and construction inspection notes. 
4. Assists with engineering design using fundamental problem-solving principles and knowledge of hydraulics, surveying, civil earthwork, wastewater treatment processes, mechanical piping, pump selection, structural analysis, and interdisciplinary coordination.
5. Provides construction-phase support through field inspections, submittal reviews, responding to requests for information, inspection coordination, startup testing with Operations, and plan review assistance to ensure code compliance.
6. Works collaboratively with operations, maintenance, and stakeholders to coordinate and achieve project objectives. 
7. Maintains a positive, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture to improve the understanding and recognition of diversity and foster multidisciplinary and integrated team approaches.
8. Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes.

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Theory, principles, and practices of civil, environmental, or chemical engineering
• Principles of water and wastewater engineering
• Work planning, scheduling, and team organization
• Computer applications for engineering and project management
• Principles of project planning and management
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations

SKILL IN: 

• Preparing presentations, reviewing engineering documents, evaluating engineering studies, problem-solving, identifying alternative solutions, data collection, analysis, and validation 
• Understanding technical documentation, administrative reports, drawings, specifications, and construction contract documentation 
• Interpreting and applying pertinent federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations 
• Use of software platforms for data collection, research, documentation, presentations, and project coordination 

ABILITY TO: 

• Plan and organize assigned work to meet deadlines
• Understand and interpret specifications, maps, plans, and reports of complex design and construction projects 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, contractors, vendors, community groups, and the general public
• Operate effectively in a team environment
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES

The following are the minimum qualifications for this position. 

6 months of internships or project work in civil, environmental, or related engineering fields; 

Bachelor's degree in civil, chemical, water resources, or environmental engineering, including coursework in hydraulics, wastewater processes, or related engineering areas; 

Candidates must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license. 

Engineer-in-Training (EIT Certification) within 12 months of hire.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity:

Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.

Application Review and Certification Statement

Applicants will be reviewed and evaluated based on qualifications including relevant skills, education, training, and work history.  Supplemental materials including resumes, cover letters, and other attachments will not be considered unless specifically requested as part of the application process. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application materials are detailed, accurate, clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum and, if applicable, special qualifications for the position, and are complete at the time the application is submitted. Incomplete or inaccurate applications may be removed from further consideration or may result in disqualification from the application or selection process, rescinding an offer of employment, or termination of employment if discovered after hire. Application materials will be used to determine salary placement in accordance with applicable state and federal law, CWS Human Resources policies and guidelines, and collective bargaining agreements, upon extension of a job offer. Unless requested as part of the application process, supplemental materials provided will not be considered.

By submitting your application, and any supplemental materials specifically requested by CWS as part of the application process, you are certifying the information you have provided is true, accurate and complete and have read and understand the above statement.

Salary : $42 - $58