Project Engineer-WCS Compton

JOB POSTING

THE SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY

invites applications for the position of:

Project Engineer/Engineering Associate

POSTING #SG-163-25E

OUR MISSION

The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and recycled materials.

The Sanitation Districts is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Engineer/Engineering Associate in the Wastewater Management Department, Wastewater Collections Systems Section. This position will report to our Compton Field Office in Compton.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform professional project engineering work and coordinate progressively more complex projects in the Wastewater Collections Systems Section.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of a Supervising Engineer, the incumbent will plan, conduct and support engineering projects and programs relating to the operation and maintenance of the collection systems that may include pumping plant improvements, sewer and manhole condition assessment, sewer and manhole rehabilitation and repair, sewer crown spray, flow monitoring, sulfide and odor control, and capital improvements; develop and recommend engineering solutions for the collection systems; interact and coordinate with other Districts’ departments and sections, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, city and county agencies, and the public. Incumbent will apply various asset management and reliability strategies to mitigate the risk of system failures including reliability-centered maintenance, condition-based monitoring, development of inspection and training programs, review/update of operations & maintenance manuals, and root cause failure analysis. Duties include analysis of the efficiency and effectiveness of sewer operations & maintenance practices; risk analysis; capital planning of sewer rehabilitation and upgrade projects; stormwater inflow and infiltration management; preparation and review of design calculations and contract drawings/specifications for construction projects; and development of recommendations for improvements related to operation, maintenance, reliability and life-cycle costs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess:

A valid California Class C driver's license

-AND-

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II LEVEL:

Option A: A bachelor's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline -AND- a master's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline;

Option B: A bachelor's degree in a related science -AND- an Engineer-In-Training Certificate -AND- a master's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline;

Option C: A bachelor's degree in engineering -AND- two years of professional engineering experience obtained after earning a bachelor's degree in engineering.

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE III LEVEL:

Option A:Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate II

Option B: Four (4) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university.

ENGINEER LEVEL:

Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists

AND:

Option A: A master's degree in engineering -AND- three years of professional engineering experience;

Option B: A PhD in engineering -AND- two years of professional engineering experience;

Option C: Six years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Strong data analysis and data management skills in support of the development of the sewer hydraulic model and inflow & infiltration control program; experience with capital project planning and implementation; and strong leadership and communication skills to support the implementation of key initiatives involving multiple sections, consultants, and external stakeholders.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position will remain open until filled and may be closed at any time without prior notice. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience.

Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to an oral interview.

The selection process will consist of an oral interview weighted at 100%

An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the interview based on the interview scores.

Please apply online at within the application period. You may attach your resume, but it will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, add to your contact list.

NOTE:

The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background check, DMV report, and a drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Shelley Glasman at (, ext. 1340.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.