What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Part-Time Engineer or Scientist position at Metro Water Recovery?
Temporary, non-benefited technical position to work exclusively on applied practical research studies, data analytics and optimization efforts. The candidate will work as part of a research team executing work under the direction of Technology and Innovation Staff.
Minimum of three semesters college education with demonstrated academic performance in coursework in the physical and/or biological sciences, civil and/or environmental engineering fields. The ability to conduct physical work related to the operation of pilot systems. Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment and comply with all safety requirements associated with an operating facility. Excellent communication, experimental design, and quantitative skills.
Desired Qualifications
An undergraduate degree in engineering, environmental science, biology, chemistry or related field. Enrollment in a Master's Degree program is a plus. Prior experience working on water or wastewater research, bench scale and pilot experiments. A strong interest in pursuing a career in the wastewater/environmental industry.Work Environment
While performing he duties of the job, the employee is exposed to work in high, precarious places 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. The employee is exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather) risk of electrical shock, work with explosives, risk of radiation, and vibration less than 1/3 of the time. The noise level is in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands
The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell less than 1/3 of the time. The employee must lift and/or move up to 10 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of the time, and up to 50 pounds less than 1/3 of the time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Operate pilot systems, making process adjustments.
- Collect and analyze data.
- Provide cost estimates and life-cycle cost/benefit analysis.
- Coordinate and communicate with other research teams.
- Provide summary documentation that is a peer-review quality.
Minimum of three semesters college education with demonstrated academic performance in coursework in the physical and/or biological sciences, civil and/or environmental engineering fields. The ability to conduct physical work related to the operation of pilot systems. Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment and comply with all safety requirements associated with an operating facility. Excellent communication, experimental design, and quantitative skills.
Desired Qualifications
An undergraduate degree in engineering, environmental science, biology, chemistry or related field. Enrollment in a Master's Degree program is a plus. Prior experience working on water or wastewater research, bench scale and pilot experiments. A strong interest in pursuing a career in the wastewater/environmental industry.Work Environment
While performing he duties of the job, the employee is exposed to work in high, precarious places 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. The employee is exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather) risk of electrical shock, work with explosives, risk of radiation, and vibration less than 1/3 of the time. The noise level is in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands
The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell less than 1/3 of the time. The employee must lift and/or move up to 10 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of the time, and up to 50 pounds less than 1/3 of the time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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