Assistant Engineer (Wastewater Process Engineering and Asset Management)

EBMUD; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Public transit subsidy

Paid time off

Job summary

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) seeks an Assistant Engineer to support wastewater process engineering and process optimization at the Main Wastewater Treatment Plant. You will conduct research, field tests, and data analyses, collaborating with operators, technicians, and external partners to evaluate innovative technologies.

The ideal candidate has foundational knowledge in wastewater processes, experimental design, and regulatory awareness, plus a California license or Engineer in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Two years of professional civil, electrical, mechanical, control systems, geotechnical, sanitary or structural engineering experience.
• Valid California driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Research to develop new or improved wastewater treatment processes.
• Perform field or laboratory tests and measurements.
• Analyze engineering data and perform calculations.
• Troubleshoot process performance issues and optimize operations.
• Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and EBMD personnel to evaluate options.
• Assist with compliance reporting and regulatory documentation.
• Support projects related to process engineering and unit operations.

Skills

Wastewater process engineering

Experimental design

Wastewater treatment operations

Project management

Data handling & statistics

Automated process monitoring

Engineering economic analyses

Technical report writing

Technical presentations

Education

ABET-accredited engineering curriculum

California Engineer in Training certificate

Job description

The Position

East Bay Municipal Utility District’s (EBMUD’s) Wastewater Process Engineering and Asset Management group is currently seeking an Assistant Engineer who is a motivated and energetic team player with experience in wastewater process engineering and/or wastewater-related research. In this role, the successful candidate will primarily be responsible for completing tasks involving optimization of treatment processes and evaluation of innovative technologies at EBMUD’s Main Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Duties And Responsibilities Typically Include

• Conducting research to develop new or improved processes for wastewater treatment.
• Conducting field/laboratory tests and measurements.
• Performing calculations using collected and compiled engineering data.
• Troubleshooting process performance issues.
• Recommending process improvements or optimizations.
• Working with vendors or consultants to obtain information necessary to complete evaluations.
• Assisting the Wastewater Department with meeting regulations by helping with the preparation of compliance reports.
• Collaborating with EBMUD personnel (including operators, mechanics, and technicians), other agencies, and contractors.
• Assisting with projects related to process engineering or unit processes.

The Most Competitive Candidates Will Possess Knowledge Of

• Wastewater process engineering principles (civil/chemical/environmental engineering, chemistry, microbiology, physics, hydraulics, etc.).
• Proper experimental design.
• Wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance.
• Project management principles and practices(project budgeting, scope development, change management, etc.).
• Wastewater process modeling.
• Technical report writing.
• Preparing and delivering technical presentations.
• Wastewater treatment-related regulatory issues.
• Data handling and statistical analysis.
• Automated process monitoring and control systems.
• Engineering economic analyses (net present value comparison, lifecycle cost comparison, payback period analysis, etc.).

The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical, problem solving, and critical reasoning skills; excellent writing and verbal communication skills; and work extremely well with others. The ideal candidate will also be inquisitive, innovative, proactive, enthusiastic, open-minded, and detail oriented.

The salary range is $11,885 per month increasing to $12,479, $13,103, $13,758, and $14,446 after 6, 18, 30, and 42 months, respectively.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in an engineering curriculum accredited by ABET or a California Engineer in Training Certificate.
• Two years of professional civil, electrical, mechanical, control systems, geotechnical, sanitary or structural engineering experience, at a level comparable to or higher than EBMUD’s Junior Engineer classification, after obtaining the education outlined above. An advanced degree in an accredited engineering curriculum may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

Regular/Probationary Positions

• 12 days paid vacation; 16 holidays; 13 days paid sick leave;
• Family health insurance (choice of Kaiser fully paid or Sutter Health Plus or Anthem Blue Cross 85% paid);
• Fully paid family dental and vision care plans; life insurance; long-term disability insurance;
• EBMUD Retirement Plan (reciprocal with CalPERS);
• $1,000/yr. contributed to flexible spending account or cash;
• $145/mo. public transit subsidy;
• 401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; Roth 401(k);
• $3,500/yr. tuition reimbursement;
• And opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.

Temporary / Limited Term / Temporary Construction Positions

Temporary (T) - Full-time, Temporary (T) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.

Limited Term (LT) - Full-time, Limited-term (LT) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.

Temporary Construction (TC) - Full-time, Temporary Construction (TC) employees are eligible for health benefits but are not members of the EBMUD Employees' Retirement Plan and do not have civil service status.

NOTE: EBMUD employees with Civil Service status retain all benefits.