Solid Waste Project Engineer

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts

Job Location:

Whittier, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 9472 - 13850

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB POSTING

*****NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY*****
POSTING #BR-363-25E

Build a career where your engineering work truly matters. As a Solid Waste Project Engineer with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts youll play a key role in protecting public health and the environment while supporting innovative waste-to-resource operations. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex large-scale public infrastructure projects with real community impactproviding engineering support for regulatory compliance environmental control systems and operational improvements. Youll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams site personnel and regulatory agencies all while enjoying competitive pay public-sector stability and clear career pathways for growth.

Why this job is different: This is not a traditional desk-only engineering role. Youll be embedded in active field operations where your solutions move beyond plans and reports and are implemented in real time. Youll work side-by-side with operators and crafts tackle challenging regulatory and operational issues and see the direct results of your work every day. Few engineering positions offer this level of hands-on responsibility visibility and long-term impact. If youre seeking purpose-driven engineering professional growth and the satisfaction of solving real-world problems this is an opportunity you dont want to miss.

The initial review of applications is expected to begin January 13.

LOCATION:
SOLID WASTEDEPARTMENT OPERATIONS AND ENGINEERING SECTION PUENTE HILLS FIELD OFFICE (PHFO)

NOTE:
Evening/night and weekend work (comp time/OT) is sometimes required particularly during rain events.

JOB SUMMARY:

The major job responsibilities are listed below. For more detailed information please review the job description.

Under the general supervision of a Supervising Engineer the incumbent will:

Provide technical support including engineering for regulatory compliance
Develop and recommend engineering solutions for various projects
Interact with various departments sections regulatory agencies and the public
Perform other duties related to ensuring the sites are in compliance with permits and regulatory requirements
Oversee environmental control systems
Interact with site personnel and crafts to facilitate current and/or proposed projects. Sample duties include:
- Administering contracts related to maintenance agreements services and supplies
- Budget analysis for tracking of expenses
- Conducting studies related to environmental control systems

The current vacancy may be filled at any of the following levels:

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II III:the work performed in these classes are normally a prerequisite to qualify for the Professional Engineer (PE) licensure examinations.
ENGINEER:this level differs from the Engineering Associate level classes by requiring a Professional Engineer (PE) license handling more complex engineering assignments and demonstrating a higher level of proficiency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possessall ofthe following:

A valid California Class C driver license

-AND-

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II LEVEL:

Option 1: A bachelors degree and masters degree both in a pertinent engineering discipline from an accredited and recognized college or university
Option 2: A bachelors degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a related science with an Engineer-In-Training Certificate and a masters degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a pertinent engineering discipline
Option 3: Two (2) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE III LEVEL:

Option 1: Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate II
Option 2: Four (4) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelors 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 1: Six (6) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university
Option 2: A masters degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND- Three (3) years of professional engineering experience
Option 3: A PhD in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND- two (2) years of professional engineering experience

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Professional engineering experience working at or in support of solid waste environmental or utility facilities such as landfills transfer stations material recovery facilities or similar operations
Professional engineering experience in operational or field-based environments including coordination with site personnel operations staff or craft workers

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The competitive selection process forALL LEVELSmay include:

Knowledge of:

Complex professional engineering theory and practices
Concepts and practices of physics chemistry and higher mathematics used in professional engineering work
Hydraulics engineering mechanics and stress analysis
Strength properties and uses of engineering construction materials
Complex engineering construction projects
Chemistry bacteriology and environmental engineering principles
Complex investigation research and survey methods
Large-scale public project financing methods
Project management methods
Principles of administration economics organization training and project leadership

Ability to:

Design complex projects in technical fields of engineering
Analyze large-scale complex engineering problems and develop appropriate solutions
Prepare review check or interpret engineering plans and specifications
Apply appropriate engineering principles
Plan organize and monitor the effectiveness of the work of operations repair maintenance and engineering staff consultants and vendors
Coordinate and administer complex engineering projects
Interpret and apply applicable laws regulations policies and procedures
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Districts staff the public consultants and vendors
Negotiate on behalf of the Districts
Prepare and coordinate the development of comprehensive reports

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOTE:This posting will remain open until vacancy is filled and is subject to closure without notice.

SELECTION PROCESS:

All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
The selection process will consist of an interview weighted at 100% and will be the same for all qualified applicants.
The initial review of applications is expected to begin January 13.

TO APPLY:

Please apply online atwithin this application period. By using the online application system you will receive confirmation via e-mail that your application was received for this position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application.Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please verify that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery addto your contact list.

NOTES:

The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related reference check DMV report and a drug test.
Candidates who have completed their required college or university coursework outside the United States must provide a comprehensive evaluation of their foreign transcripts and degrees upon selection for this position.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Brandi Reyes at.

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

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

Required Experience:

JOB POSTING*****NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY*****POSTING #BR-363-25EBuild a career where your engineering work truly matters. As a Solid Waste Project Engineer with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts youll play a key role in protecting public health and the environment while supporting innovat...