Sr. Civil Operations Engineer (Civil Engineer, Sr.)

Are you an experienced civil engineer interested in joining a community-centered public utility that is focused on keeping the City of Seattle clean and safe? 

Seattle Public Utilities is looking for Senior Civil Operations Engineer (Civil Engineer, Sr.) to serve as an Operations Engineer in its Water Line-of-Business.

As a Senior Civil Operations Engineer at SPU, you’ll represent Operations and Maintenance on capital projects, leveraging your extensive knowledge of civil engineering principles. You’ll be the go-to subject matter expert for operational needs on critical projects, including Wastewater Line of Business (WLOB) and Drinking Water/Wastewater (DWW) initiatives.

Leveraging your expertise, you’ll design mechanical features for emergency repairs and temporary systems, working closely with SPU Operations and Maintenance and Transmission/Distribution crews. Day-to-day responsibilities include active participation in CIP workgroups, meticulous review of consultant and in-house plan sets for maintainability by SPU crews and ensuring seamless project execution. Join us as we continuously work to improve Seattle’s infrastructure!

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:  

• SPU Website 
• Strategic Business Plan 

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities. 

We know work isn't only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

•  Hybrid work schedule opportunities (As Appropriate) 

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass 
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities Include: 

• Responsible for Civil Design on emergency repair of water/wastewater infrastructure & facilities

• Provide Civil Engineering support to the Utility Operations & Maintenance, Transmission & Distribution, Drainage, and Wastewater divisions

• Provide field support to Transmission & Distribution, Utility Operations & Maintenance, and Wastewater field staff

• Responsible for field inspection to ensure work is completed per design
• Provide CIP support

• Coordinate, oversee & monitor work of Contractors and SPU Construction Management to ensure work is completed per design and complies with contract provisions and scope of work

• Review shop drawings & specifications for water/wastewater utility work
• Provide cost estimates for SPU planned work and emergency repair work
• Review designs and specifications to ensure compliance with SPU standards

• Act as Operations & Maintenance representative on civil design

• Prepare and stamp final plans and specifications for emergency projects
• Provide construction support including reviewing submittals, attending meetings, and visiting job sites
• Serve as divisional reviewer of final plans, specifications, and estimates

• Work closely with the division Mechanical Engineer to assist SPU staff within the Project Delivery and Engineering Branch, Water/DWW/Solid Waste lines of business, and consultants on questions related to SPU systems

Education/Experience: Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology and five (5) years professional civil engineering experience

OR

In lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree in an accredited program, nine (9) years of civil engineering work experience under the supervision of a licensed engineer may be substituted. There is no equivalency for the PE license.

 ADDITIONALLY

All Candidates will need to possess the following required qualifications:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington
• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility

• Experience in the design of thrust restraint systems
• Water system design experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Construction management and/or field operations experience in the water, drainage, wastewater, and/or solid waste fields
• Experience working at large facilities such as dams, treatment plants, transfer stations, pump stations, and reservoirs
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and organized
• Open-minded, and patient with change and large organization processes and practices
• Work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including our values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation, and Partnership

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Starting November 4, 2024, City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor. 

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.   The full salary range for this position is:   $72.38 - $84.28

How to Apply:

•  Submit complete City of Seattle online application 

• Upload your current resume, AND
• Include a cover letter that addresses your knowledge, experience, and interest related to this position

*** You must submit both a resume and cover letter. If you do not submit these documents, your application will not be considered. Please ensure that BOTH documents have successfully been uploaded before submitting your application. ***

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Ernest Stephens at Ernest.Stephens@Seattle.gov. 

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. 

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans