Technical Analyst Associate

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Flexible benefits

Annual and sick leave accrual

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection invites applications for a Technical Analyst Associate in the Division of Water and Waste Management, State Revolving Fund, Engineering Section. You will assist professionally with project planning, design review, and field inspections under a licensed engineer.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering with ABET substitution options; four years of engineering experience are expected, and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• ABET-accredited degree may substitute for specific engineering majors.
• Four years of full-time (or equivalent) engineering experience required.
• Master’s degree in engineering may substitute for two years of experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Review preliminary engineering reports, facility plans, and cost considerations for wastewater and water projects.
• Review project plans to ensure constructability, regulatory compliance, and design accuracy.
• Perform interim and final inspections and approve change orders on projects under construction.
• Attend design, pre-construction, and public meetings related to projects and contracts.
• Review agreements between consultants and clients and stay updated on construction practices and costs.
• Complete training and research to maintain current industry knowledge.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ABET accreditation substitution

Job description

DEP2700047 Technical Analyst Associate

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.

Employee will be assigned to the Division of Water and Waste Management, State Revolving Fund, Engineering Section. Under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, will perform the following engineering services at the full performance 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.

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

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.

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid employment in engineering.

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.