Senior Civil Engineer-Structural

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer-Structural to support the delivery of its water, drainage and wastewater and solid waste lines of business capital improvement projects (CIP). This position will work under the general direction of a Supervising Civil Engineer in the CIP Design Section of SPU’s Project Delivery Branch. This position will primarily provide drainage and wastewater design services that includes structural design.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,500 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check out the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan
  
  

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why join us?

About

We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Provide engineering calculations for design of structural elements of projects including but not limited to the following: concrete footings, pile support systems, large and complex thrust restraint systems, seismic retrofit for elevated tanks, catwalks, new and existing steel pipelines, retaining walls to meet SDOT and SPU standards for use in the ROW, above and below ground pump stations, and combined sewer overflow facilities.
• Design / Review of engineered shoring for installation of pipes and structures.
• Provide Engineering calculations for structures identified in the City of Seattle Standard Plans
• Prepare cost estimates, schedules, engineering and feasibility reports and studies
• Prepare and stamp design drawings and technical specifications
• Supports facilities staff with review of plans and assets in office and field.
• Support the activities of internal design teams as needed.
• Supports crews / projects in field with asset evaluation and field direction during construction as needed.
• Reviews as a Subject Matter Expert deliverables prepared by consultants and other City departments.
• Act as SPU’s project technical lead responsible for facilitating technical design decisions and coordinating SPU’s QA/QC process for structural engineering review
  
  

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Qualifications

Experience: Requires (5) five years’ professional civil engineering experience

AND

Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology

Experience and Education Equivalency: (9) Nine years’ civil engineering experience

License, Certification And Other Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Washington.
• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Strong background in structural design
• Licensed as a Structural Engineer (SE) in the State of Washington
• Experience with CIPP lining, slip-lining and horizontal directional drilling techniques for public utilities
• Experience with seismic retrofit design for water mains and tanks
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills
• Ability to develop effective working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience using AutoCAD or Civil3D
• Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including our values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation, and Partnership
• Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base.
• Ability to work effectively in both an office and field environment.
  
  

Additional Information

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Hybrid: This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees may have the option to work remotely two days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
  
  

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary for this position is $74.99 - $87.31 per hour.

How To Apply

• A full City of Seattle online application
• Resume and cover letter
  
  

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dominic Sumlin at Dominic.Sumlin@seattle.gov

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at www.seattle.gov/util/ and check us out on social media.