Associate Engineer (Substructures Team)
Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
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Job Summary
At the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California we deliver reliablewater to a region with 19 million peopleand toaccomplishthiswe rely onateam oftalentedemployees: innovators problem-solvers andcollaboratorswho make it all possible.
Therearecurrentlytwo(2)openingsforAssociate EngineerlocatedatHeadquarters in downtown Los Angeles.
This recruitment may result in an eligibility list*.
Associate Engineer Substructures Team
Help protect and shape Southern Californias critical water infrastructure!
Ifyourean experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges collaborating with diverse stakeholders and seeing projects through from planning to construction this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
As anAssociate Engineeron ourSubstructures Teamyoullreview proposed developments and capital improvement projectsincluding residential and commercial developments transportation corridors utility installations street improvements and freeway widening projectsto ensure they are compatible with Metropolitans vital water facilities and rights-of-way.
WhatYoullDo
- Review and evaluate engineering plans for projectsimpactingMetropolitans facilities and rights-of-way.
Conduct field inspections to verify construction activities and ensure quality assurance and quality control.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop technical recommendationscontainingMetropolitans comments concerns and requirements in response to the proposed projectin order toprotect critical water infrastructure.
Utilize project management skills on more complex projects to mitigate the relocation and/or protection of Metropolitans facilities.
Partner with internal stakeholders toidentifyand resolve engineering challenges.
Lead meetings and technical discussions with cities public agencies developers utilities and contractors.
Negotiate solutions and resolve complex technical issues while balancing operational and project needs.
Support the successful delivery of infrastructure projects through effective planning communication and collaboration.
Werelooking for an engineer who is comfortable balancing multiple projects communicating technical information to a variety of audiences and making sound engineering decisions in a collaborative environment.
Ifyoureready to help protect one of the nations largest regional water systems while working on projects that shape Southern Californias futurewedlove to hear from you.
This job announcement has been designed toindicatethe general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.
To view the full job description click here: Associate Engineer
Schedule:44/36 Monday through Friday/Every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday 9 hours per day 8 hours per day every other Friday. Start times are no earlier than 6 am and end times are no later than 6 pm
Hybrid:Metropolitans current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational addition a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule.
Travel:This position will require travel to various District facilities throughout the service area sometimes requiring overnight stay in the project area.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:Bachelorsdegree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience of which two years must have been at the Assistant Engineer II level;ORMastersdegree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience which must have been at the Assistant Engineer II level.
Relevant Experience is defined as:engineering experience reviewing improvement plans;project management;andinspections
CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this positionmaybe requiredto obtain andmaintainthe following certificationslicensingand registrations:
License(s):Valid California Class C Drivers License or equivalent that allows you to drive during your employment isrequiredat time of application.
BENEFITS
Competitive compensation
Excellent medical dental life vision plans.
Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.
Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System
Tuition reimbursement
Training and advancement opportunities
Excellent working environment
Public transportation reimbursements
Hub of public transportation: rail subway buses and taxis
On-site fitness center
For more information on MWD benefits please use the following link:Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)
ABOUT MWD
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state-established cooperative that along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies and helps its members to develop increased water conservation recyclingstorageand other resource-management programs.
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process please call or email:.
Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic(s).
Application Filing Period:Closes at 11:59 pm PT on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received then the filing period end date may be extended.
Eligibility List*:An eligibility list is a list of qualified candidates created when a job posting states that one will beestablished.
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications listed in the original posting and successfully pass all stages of the recruitment processbut are not selected for theinitialvacancymay be placed on this list for future openings.
The list may be used to invite candidates toparticipatein a selection interview for a future vacancy in the same classification/title(if there is one). The duration of the list depends on the applicable bargaining unit.
Qualifying Experience:Your resume must at a minimum include the month and year you began and ended employment name of the organization your title and a brief description of your experience. If youremployment was part-time make sure youidentifyit on your resumenext to themonth/year.
Sponsorship:Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e. H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).
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About Company
MWD is a state-established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties.
