Wastewater Process Engineer III

First consideration will be given to S.E.I.U. Wastewater Local 925 transfer eligible employees.
  
This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for career service positions in the following 6 months.




About the Role:
This is the third level within a three level Wastewater Process Engineer classification series. The successful candidate will perform a variety of advanced level engineering duties. The candidate will develop, plan and direct process feasibility studies to improve unit process performance. The candidate will research new equipment and chemicals. The Wastewater Process Engineer will also support capital project review/implementation, energy and chemical conservation initiatives, and the completion of regulatory tasks and reports. The Wastewater Process Engineer will become an expert on the plant’s permits (e.g., Municipal Wastewater, Puget Sound Nutrient, Industrial Stormwater, Reclaimed Water, and air permits) and help convey the requirements to plant leadership, operators, and maintenance workers.

This role performs all job duties onsite.

About the Team:
Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 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 enforce regulations 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. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Process Engineer I you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities.  Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

• Act as the technical engineering expert in process equipment, systems, and processes.
• Develop engineering plans and specifications; prepare project scope of work and pre-design criteria to ensure compatibility with existing facilities, equipment, and acceptable process control standards.
• Review and evaluate start-up and commissioning procedures for new equipment.
• Research projects to optimize existing plant processes to ensure maximum performance and cost-effective operation.
• Serve as client representative for capital projects and perform start-up work associated with these projects. Prepare progress reports, project proposals and technical reports.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in a physical science, engineering field, and/or wastewater, ranging from certificate programs through doctorate degrees and post graduate work.  
• Skill in oral and written communication techniques and principles and to apply this skill to read, write and follow oral and written instructions. 
• Skill in working on multiple projects and assignments simultaneously and coordinating among diverse workgroups.
• 12 years of professional wastewater working experience, at municipal treatment plants, wastewater consulting firms, education/research institutions, and/or industrial manufacturers with on-site treatment plants. 
• Computer proficiency, as measured through familiarity with and use of general software (Microsoft suite applications such as Teams, Outlook, and Excel) and/or through familiarity with and use of industry specific software (e.g., Lab Information Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems, Water Information Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). 

Required Licenses or Certification:

•  Professional Engineer license (PE) and/or a Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Group IV certificate (or ability to obtain in 12 months).

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199, USA
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. 
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U L925.

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.  

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume (Required)
• Cover Letter (Required)
• Answers to Supplemental Questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Helen David at hdavid@kingcounty.gov

Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube and our WTD Blog. 

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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.

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Salary : $125,258 - $158,766