Technical Analyst

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection in Charleston seeks a Technical Analyst to support the Division of Water and Waste Management’s engineering section. The role involves reviewing planning studies, ensuring design compliance, and participating in project meetings.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with ABET accreditation, five years of engineering experience, and a valid driver's license. Public service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college.
• ABET-accredited degree; substitution allowed for Civil, Electrical, Electrical Design, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology.
• Five years of full-time or equivalent engineering experience.
• Master’s degree in engineering may substitute for two years of required experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Review preliminary engineering reports and facility planning studies for feasibility, constructability, and regulatory compliance for wastewater and water projects.
• Review project plans and specifications for constructability and compliance with DEP regulations; verify design calculations.
• Perform interim and final inspections on projects under construction and attend planning/design/construction meetings.
• Review agreements and contracts between consulting engineers and clients.
• Attend training courses and keep current with construction practices, treatment technologies, and associated costs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ABET-accredited college/university with major in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology

Job description

DEP2700048 Technical Analyst

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Water and Waste Management; State Revolving Fund; Engineering Section

Office Location: 601 57th Street, Southeast, Charleston, WV 25304

This position is classified exempt; therefore, does not fall under the classified service. We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

Nature of Work

Under the Supervision Of a Licensed Professional Engineer, Will Perform The Following Engineering Services At The Advanced Level

• Review preliminary engineering reports and facility planning studies for feasibility concerning population median household income, the necessity of the project, the constructability of the wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution system alternatives proposed relative to the terrain and population of the study area, and for the possibility of consolidation with other facilities.
• Review project plans and specifications for wastewater and water treatment and collection and distribution systems to determine the constructability of the proposed design, whether it complies with DEP regulations, if it fits the needs of the town or public service district and check for design calculation errors.
• Perform interim and final inspections on wastewater and water projects under construction to check for compliance with regulations and approved plans and specifications and approve change orders to work in progress. Conduct and attend project related meetings such as: planning, pre-design, design, pre-construction, construction job meetings, town and public service district meetings and public hearings.
• Review agreements and contracts between the consulting engineer and their client.
• Attend training courses and review research to learn and maintain knowledge of current construction practices, treatment technologies, design criteria, and associated costs and complete special assignments.
• Employee will perform other related duties as assigned.

Applicant must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state and local officials, the general public, supervisors, co-workers and staff; must have the ability to write reports in a clear, concise form, and present factual material and ideas effectively; and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Notes

• Must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
• The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter or as needed.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering.

OR

Substitution: Bachelor's degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university with a major in Civil, Electrical, Electrical Design, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology.

AND

Experience: Five (5) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid employment in engineering.

OR

Substitution: Master’s degree in engineering may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

Special Requirement: A valid driver’s license is required.

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