Civil Engineer, Water Utilities & Plant Operations

UT-Battelle; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UT-Battelle's Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a Civil Engineer to support daily operations and maintenance of mechanical utility systems in the Water Work Center. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance and subcontractors in a 24/7 facility to ensure safe, reliable water distribution, wastewater treatment, and storm drainage.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, at least five years in related fields, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• A BS in Civil Engineering or equivalent from ABET-accredited college.
• A minimum of five years of civil engineering experience in operations and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants, industrial piping design, and utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Back-up Operator in Direct Charge by obtaining TN wastewater/water distribution certifications.
• Direct maintenance/outage planning to preserve safety and environmental controls.
• Promote clear communication with customers, craft workers, and utility staff.
• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Incorporate safety and environmental protection into work planning.
• Oversee configuration control to ensure proper operation of systems.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to authorize work.
• Develop energy conservation and performance improvement ideas.
• Maintain project records and regulatory documentation.
• Provide engineering overview of all mechanical utilities projects.
• Assist in utilities training program development and execution.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by upholding our values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Job description

UT-Battelle's Oak Ridge National Laboratory seeks a Civil Engineer to support daily operations and maintenance of mechanical utility systems in the Water Work Center. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance and subcontractors in a 24/7 facility to ensure safe, reliable water distribution, wastewater treatment, and storm drainage.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering, at least five years in related fields, and strong written and verbal communication.