Senior Wastewater Structural Engineer

Water Otter Job Board; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical/Dental/Vision

Health Savings Plan

Life/AD&D Insurance

Vacation, Holidays & Sick Leave

LTD & Supplemental Life

Job summary

King County is seeking a Senior Wastewater Structural Engineer to design and oversee infrastructure across the Wastewater Treatment Division. The role includes reviewing others’ structural work and updating standards while coordinating with consultants.

A hybrid schedule is offered, with strong emphasis on equity and public service. The successful candidate will hold a Washington PE license (or obtain within 90 days), have 8+ years of relevant experience, and contribute to a high-performing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering required.
• Professional Engineer license in Washington or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• 8+ years of engineering design, project planning, and construction experience.
• Experience leading multi-discipline capital projects and reviews.

Responsibilities

• Prepare public works and procurement contract documents and cost estimates per policy.
• Stamp and sign PE/Architectural plans.
• Review shop drawings and advise on contract compliance and changes.
• Review vendor proposals and ensure facility plans align with County requirements.
• Assist with complex emergency repairs of wastewater facilities as needed.

Skills

Manages Complexity

Decision Quality

Plans and Aligns

Collaborates

Communicates Effectively

Situational Adaptability

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or closely related field

Job description

Job Description

Summary

We are the Engineering and Technical Resources unit that provides engineering design and oversight of all capital projects within the Wastewater Treatment Division. We are dedicated public servants whose mission is to protect public health and enhance the environment by collecting and treating wastewater while recycling valuable resources for the Puget Sound region. This mission runs through all our work that requires tackling interesting and challenging projects. We instill a supportive work culture that is open to new ideas and methods.

About the Role

This position will conduct structural design for King County Wastewater Treatment infrastructure including buildings, tanks, catwalks, supports and other facilities throughout the county. Additionally, it will review the work of other structural engineers hired as part of consultant teams assisting the consultant engineers in their design and reviewing their work to represent King County interests. The position will update and maintain King County Wastewater Division standards, including guide specifications and other design documents.

This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.

About the Team

King County Wastewater Treatment Division is one of the top wastewater utilities in the nation, involved in cutting edge technologies and approaches to conveyance, treatment, and reclamation of wastewater. The variety and scale of our facilities and projects will be beyond what most employers can offer. The position provides an opportunity for an external candidate to apply their technical skills in structural engineering in diverse types of structures.

This position is an opportunity to work on a fun and collaborative team who is dedicated to design, process improvement, and producing quality products to improve the WTD conveyance and treatment systems.

WTD offers flexible working hours, union representation, pension plan, and a hybrid work-from-home and in-person schedule. King County provides a comprehensive benefits package that is largely employer paid including Medical/Dental/Vision, Health Savings Plan (FSA), pension (WA State PERS), Life/AD&D and generous paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Leave Programs. The County also offers LTD and Supplemental Life plan participation. The value of this benefit package ranges between $20,000 and 40,000 annually, depending on whether you are single or have a family.

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Senior Wastewater Structural Engineer, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing

• Prepare public works and procurement contract documents and cost estimates to comply with County and State public bidding policy. Assist in the acquisition of all necessary permits prior to construction bidding.
• Stamp and sign engineering or architectural plans as a Professional Engineer or Architect.
• Review and approve shop drawings submitted by contractors, assist in the interpretation of specifications, advise on contractor compliance with contract documents, and review change orders when required by field personnel or as required by law.
• Review proposals from equipment vendors. Review construction plans of other agencies and/or building owners to ensure that County facilities are not in conflict with or endangered by adjacent construction or facilities.
• As directed, provide assistance with complex emergency repairs of wastewater facilities or when technical engineering assistance is necessary. May coordinate with the work of maintenance personnel or contractors to accomplish necessary repairs.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or closely related engineering field.
• At least 8 years of engineering experience including project planning, design, and construction.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in State of Washington, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hiring.
• Demonstrated experience in solving complex technical issues within a multi-discipline work environment.
• Experience in managing multiple, complex capital projects simultaneously within established timeframes, and costs.

Competencies You Bring

• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in State of Washington, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hiring.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring

• Registration as a Structural Engineer in the State of Washington or another state in the United States of America
• Familiarity with water, wastewater and/or industrial facilities and construction principles and techniques.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

• Work Location: The Engineering team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Technical Employees’ Association (TEA) - Wastewater Treatment Division.

Additional Information

We welcome all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here .

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

Closing Date/Time: 11/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific