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Graduate Engineer I (Grade 18): Salary range is $53,944.00 - $92,558.00 annually. The Plants and Major Projects Department implements water, wastewater, and recycled water projects part of the Capital Improvement Program. On the water side, the department is responsible for new production wells, rehabilitation of existing wells, construction of new and rehabilitation of existing pump stations and booster stations, new ground storage and elevated storage tanks, and projects related to the H2Oaks brackish desalination facility, the aquifer storage and recovery system, and Agua Vista for integration of Vista Ridge water. On the wastewater side, the department is responsible for new larger lift stations and rehabilitation of existing lift stations, odor control stations, and projects related to the three water recycling centers (Steven M. Clouse, Leon Creek, and Medio Creek) and the Salado Creek facility. On the recycled water side, the department is responsible for new pump stations and rehabilitation of existing pump stations and new ground storage tanks. Job Description JOB SUMMA RY The Graduate Engineer I - Plants and Major Projects is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, researching, implementing, designing, and the execution of engineering projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Collects, analyzes, and interprets engineering, operations, and maintenance data in order to develop engineering solutions and define scopes of projects. Develops and reviews plans, specifications, and reports; evaluates proposals, and makes recommendations to ensure projects comply with SAWS and governmental standards. Assists in the development of the scope, schedules, and budgets of potential projects in accordance with SAWS operational goals. Monitors project budget, schedule, and quality. Reviews invoices submitted by contractors and consultants for accuracy and compliance with construction documents. Applies engineering principles, including water and wastewater engineering principles, construction practices, surveying, and problem solving. Interprets and applies city ordinances, state, and federal regulations, SAWS specifications, and related standards to engineering projects. Performs other duties as assigned. DECISION MAKING Works under general supervision. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency. Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. JOB DIMENSIONS Contact with internal and external customers, and consultants. Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions are in an office and field environment. San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers. From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following: Competitive, market-based salaries Performance-based incentives Medical benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Prescription drug program Vision care plan Two retirement plans Deferred compensation plans (457 plan) Disability income Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal) Education assistance program Employee assistance program Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts Wellness programs On-Site Fitness Facilities Community service opportunities Closing Date/Time: 11/19/2023 11:59 PM Central

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 37 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. Be a part of something great! We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment. Don't miss an opportunity to join our team! Application Filing Period: We will begin accepting applications on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. Exam Number: C3433K Essential Job Functions An Associate Civil Engineer is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions: applies the principles and practices of civil engineering including the methods and materials used in the design and construction of varied civil engineering projects, budget preparation, principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision; and laws and regulations pertaining to public works construction and design; plans, coordinates, and oversees engineering activities, programs, or projects, and reviews and evaluates progress and results for technical quality and for conformity to established standards; keeps management informed throughout the project span; organizes and expresses information in comprehensive reports and may be required to organize and express conclusions in the form of oral presentations; participates in engineering research work involving investigation of specific problems and the development of new engineering methods, procedures, and systems; analyzes and prepares contracts and specifications for major engineering projects; serves as resident engineer during the construction of bridges and other projects, assigning and evaluating the work of subordinates and recommending changes in plans and procedures as necessary; designs public works projects or supervises as project engineer or squad leader, the preparation of plans and specifications for such engineering projects as buildings, small dams and debris basins, flood control channels, traffic signals, roads, highways, or sewer systems; reviews plans submitted by outside engineers for conformity to code and for structural integrity; determines sewer and sanitary design requirements for new subdivisions; assists in the supervision of waterworks improvements and design, the coordination of long-range planning projects and state and federal aid programs, the inspection of construction materials, the development of sewer master plans, the planning of pollution control projects or research into such problems, or the review and analysis of subdivision and parcel maps, as needed; supervise the engineering work involved in ground water research, road maintenance, design, water or material quality testing, the establishment of lighting districts, the operation and maintenance of pumping plants, dams and other flood control facilities, water conservation or erosion control studies, or in the investigation and approval of various construction-related permits, as needed; and assists in the supervision of a section engaged in the analysis of boundary, centerline, and section line surveys, coordinating activities with other divisions and outside agencies, as needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a civil engineering curriculum approved by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). * LICENSE: A valid California State Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer.** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * A qualifying degree is one where either the undergraduate or postgraduate civil engineering curriculum is accredited by ABET, as supported by the California Department of Consumer Affairs. In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or transcripts which shows degree conferred date and the area of specialization within five (5) business days from the date of application filing. The official diploma or transcripts will be verified at the time of appointment. Applications submitted without the required diploma will be rejected as incomplete. ( Accreditation Information ) Applications from persons with degrees from foreign universities will be accepted ONLY if accredited by ABET and evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc. **APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF THEIR VALID CALIFORNIA STATE CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION THAT IS CURRENTLY DATED WITHIN FIVE (5) BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE DATE OF APPLICATION FILING. A PRINTOUT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CONSUMER AFFAIRS WEBSITE WILL BE ACCEPTED. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION WILL BE REJECTED AS INCOMPLETE. REGISTRATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION BEFORE BEING APPOINTED. Note: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail them to MOrtega@dpw.lacounty .gov within five (5) business days from application filing. Please include your name, exam number, and exam title in the email. Additional Information OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: This examination will consist of a structured video interview covering education, experience, work style, and general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the interview in order to be placed on the eligible register. NO PERSON MAY REAPPLY FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the list of eligible candidates accordingly. SPECIAL INFORMATION: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Public Works as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. IMPORTANT NOTES: FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S.MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. 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CONTACT INFORMATION Department Contact Name: Monica Ortega Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141 Department Contact Fax : (626) 979-5440 Department Contact Email: MOrtega@dpw.lacounty .gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141 Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829 California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. 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Position Description **This position is open until filled. Applications received by September 18, 2023, will receive first consideration. ** The City of Tacoma's Environmental Services Department has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and talented Professional Civil Engineer. The Science and Engineering Division is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual who is interested in working on diverse and challenging programs and projects to join their dynamic award-winning team. Environmental Services Department “We believe everything we do supports healthy neighborhoods and a thriving Puget Sound, leaving a better Tacoma for all.” We provide stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste services to the citizens of Tacoma. We operate and maintain over 700 miles of wastewater pipes and 500 miles of stormwater pipes, along with 50 pump stations, two wastewater treatment plants and several stormwater treatment systems. The wastewater treatment plants clean approximately 25 million gallons of wastewater each day, ensuring that only clean water is released into Commencement Bay. The building of our wastewater collection system began in the 1890s with the largest portion of the system developed based on land use policies of the 1950s and 60s. The City is currently developing land use policies that will result in a significant increase in density for residential development. To ensure our collection system will continue to meet the growing needs of our community, we need you to help us update and expand our capacity management program. Your Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Develop a Capacity Management program to identify current and future capacity deficiencies and develop a phased plan to resolve identified issues. Perform hydraulic modeling analysis to identify and develop mitigation strategies to address capacity deficiencies in the wastewater and stormwater collection systems. Some level of modeling may be performed by a consultant. Develop mitigation strategies through a holistic and phased approach into defined capital improvement projects. Define project scope, perform cost estimates and coordinate with other departments to establish project partnership agreements. Assist in the development of the department’s Capital Improvement Plan, including developing long-range funding strategies related to the maintenance and replacement of the wastewater and stormwater collection system and supporting facilities (e.g., pump stations). Evaluate system impacts related to new development. Procure and administer contracts with consultants providing engineering and professional services. Coordinate and review the work of the outside consultant. Manage the contract scope and budget to control costs and ensure delivered work is acceptable. Provide technical expertise to maintenance and operations staff. Communicate Environmental Services’ interests with internal and external stakeholders, including on projects led by other municipalities, agencies, or entities. Who you will be working with: Our Science and Engineering (S&E) Division provides engineering, planning, program management and laboratory services to the City's wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste utilities. S&E primarily works on: Design and construction of capital improvement projects related to the wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste utilities’ infrastructure. Stormwater related programs including management of NPDES permit and open space. Asset management and application development Environmental remediation projects Stormwater and wastewater sampling and analyses utilizing our in-house laboratory. Your Team: You will be part of the Asset Management Group (AMG) within the S&E Division which is responsible for asset management related activities for the collection systems, pump stations and treatment plants. This includes performing condition assessment, treatment process studies, long range planning, scoping of capital improvement projects and the management of the Capital Improvement Plan. In addition, the group maintains the department’s GIS system and performs application development to support the business needs of the department. Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or directly related field. Minimum Experience* 4 years of professional level engineering experience *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Washington State Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within 6 months. Washington State Driver's License or ability to obtain within 6 months. Desired Qualifications Engineering background related to wastewater and stormwater utilities. Experience performing hydraulic modeling for wastewater and stormwater collection systems. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Position may require driving, sitting, standing, walking, or climbing for long periods of time. Work performed in office, field, and other environments. Telework/Remote Work The City of Tacoma is committed to fostering a workplace that is innovative and flexible, and which attracts, supports, and retains a diverse and talented workforce. This position is hybrid eligible. The successful candidate may apply for and request approval for a Telework Arrangement (up to three days per week off-site) or may work from our offices located at 326 East D Street in Tacoma, WA. Selection Process & Supplemental Information City of Tacoma's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. Should you have any questions about this position please call Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 before 4pm on the closing date. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants Austin Energy Power Production Engineering Department is looking for a Power System Engineer who will implement Predictive Maintenance Program tasks for rotating equipment at Austin Energy Decker and SHEC power plants and chilled water plants. This position will implement periodic rotating equipment condition monitoring process by collecting and analyzing vibration, infrared, and acoustic parameters for energized rotating industrial equipment. The goal of this equipment condition-based monitoring is to identify proactive maintenance actions to be performed at a scheduled point in time when the maintenance activity is most cost effective and before the power plant equipment fails in service. The ideal candidate will perform vibration and infrared thermography data collection at rotating industrial electro-mechanical equipment by using different static and portable handheld vibration and infrared data collectors. This position will perform collected vibration and infrared data analysis. You will assess rotating industrial equipment vibration condition and provide AE plants' maintenance and operation crews with recommendations pertaining criticality of vibration issues, expected rotating equipment remaining runtime, and expected equipment maintenance/repair needs based on collected vibration data analysis. Will build new vibration routes for new equipment at Decker, SHEC , and AE chill water plants; will balance rotating equipment and perform rotating equipment failure root cause analysis and equipment life cycle evaluation. Provides hands-on support to plant maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve rotating equipment downtime situations. Will provide recommendations for reducing AE plant rotating equipment vibration level down to the industry acceptable limits. Additional duties will include: conducting equipment failure root cause analysis, prepare technical reports based on findings, recommend corrective actions, perform engineering support for Austin Energy Decker, SHEC power plants and chill water plants as required, perform project management functions as required. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. To view the City of Austin recruitment video, please click here. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as "see résumé" will not be accepted. You may use "N/A" for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Pay Range $41.50 - $53.94 Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Job Close Date 11/22/2023 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723; Hybrid Preferred Qualifications Experience working in energized electrical plant environment during collecting vibration and infrared data. Experience collecting vibration data on energized industrial rotating equipment by using a portable vibration data collector Experience analyzing vibration data collected with a portable vibration data collector. Experience collecting infrared thermography data on energized electrical and mechanical industrial equipment. Experience analyzing collected infrared thermography data. Vibration Analysis 1 course completion Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months Level 1 Infrared Thermographer Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months Ability to travel to more than one work location Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Prepares standards, equipment specifications, design procedures, test procedures Performs power system studies such as protective relay coordination, fault studies, load flows, service reliability, power quality, voltage stability, power system market operations and settlement studies, etc.; Prepares engineering design and develops drawings and other documents for generation, transmission, distribution, substations and SCADA / EMS . Prepares circuit maps, control diagrams, charts, data bases, and plans for different electrical facilities. Provide assistance to all classes of customers, developers, and to other City Departments on technical matters relevant to electric utility services Provide technical and financial inputs for projects in electric utility planning and budget process Investigate and analyze engineering design problems; develop appropriate solutions; draft reports and make presentations Prepares safety procedures for electric facilities Assist in efforts to keep up with the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet North American Electric Reliability Council ( NERC ), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( FERC ), Electric Reliability Council of Texas ( ERCOT ) and Texas Public Utility Commission (TX PUC ) standards and regulatory requirements. Work closely with field personnel to support project energization. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution, market operations and other related fields. Knowledge of advanced mathematical techniques such as trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry. Knowledge of engineering standards, codes, practices, procedures, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of the electric utility systems. Knowledge of established engineering principles and methods. Knowledge of preparation of cost estimates and engineering and feasibility reports. Ability to perform more complex engineering calculations and to analyze engineering problems. Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the local and state ordinances and laws. Skill in oral and written technical and/or general communication including preparation of written reports. Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution. Knowledge of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position require graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience related to engineering. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI). * Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience on collecting vibration data on energized industrial rotating equipment with using a portable vibration data collector. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience analyzing vibration data that has been collected with a portable vibration data collector. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience collecting infrared thermography data on energized electrical industrial equipment. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience analyzing collected infrared thermography data. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have the Vibration Analysis 1 course completion Certificate or the ability to obtain it within 6 months? Yes No * Do you have the Level 1 Infrared Thermography Certificate or the ability to obtain one within 6 months? Yes No * Please describe your experience working in energized electrical plant environment during collecting vibration and infrared data. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

Capital Engineering Manager (Pipeline Projects) (PE Required) (Reposted 8-11-23)   Valley Water   Salary: $181,417.60 - $231,649.60 Annually   Job Type: Full-Time   Job Number: 01658-E   Location: CA, CA   Department: Water Utility Capital   Closing: Continuous   Description Overview: Do you have 5+ years of experience leading the delivery of complex capital pipeline projects spanning across planning, design, permitting, and construction? Are you a capable leader and someone who can drive projects forward for Valley Water? Then check out this opportunity!   The Capital Engineering Manager in the Pipelines Project Delivery Unit is responsible for the delivery of complex capital pipeline projects. This position manages a unit comprised primarily of senior, associate, and assistant engineers who plan, design, and provide engineering support during construction for capital pipeline projects. The successful candidate is a licensed civil engineer in the state of California with management experience and design/construction experience for complex capital projects, including pipeline project delivery. The key responsibilities include: 1) plan, direct, coordinate and review the work of staff; 2) train and mentor staff to develop both their technical and leadership strengths in capital project delivery; 3) delegate supervisorial duties to appropriate staff to develop their leadership capabilities; 4) direct the development, negotiation, and administration of consultant agreements; 5) develop and administer the unit's annual budget; 6) serve as the liaison with other units, groups, and outside agencies.   Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:   Responsible charge and overall management of the preparation of engineering studies, reports, designs, and contract documents for compliance with engineering standards and principles; stamps and signs pipeline engineering plans, profiles, details, specifications, cost estimates, and other technical documents. Perform technical reviews of projects to ensure quality control and adherence to professional codes, standards, and specifications. Manage and perform complex pipeline engineering planning and design related to rehabilitation, maintenance, repair, improvements, and installation of large-diameter pipelines for water facilities including pumping plants, treatment facilities, and recharge ponds to meet regulatory and code requirements. Plan, manage, and serve in a management and supervisory role for pipeline engineering projects through all phases including planning, design, construction, and close-out; supervise and participate in project control including schedule, budget, change management, project variances, and close-out; participate in project review meetings. Manage and provide pipeline engineering support during construction including reviewing and approving submittals, requests for information, change orders, and field inspections for conformance and compliance to contract documents. Exercise full supervision and management of assigned staff, coach, mentor, and train employees in the field of Pipeline Engineering.   Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.   Ideal Experience:   Five (5) years of professional capital project management experience, including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience. Extensive experience spanning across planning, design, permitting, and construction, including five years delivering capital projects with both mechanical and civil engineering components, including large pump and large diameter pipeline engineering. Experience with development, negotiation, and administration of consultant agreements. Experience developing and administering an annual budget.   Ideal Skills and Abilities:   Deliver complex, technical, and sensitive capital projects in an independent and cooperative manner. Drive issues forward and deliver projects to completion. Lead and mentor staff who manage the planning, design, construction, installation, and inspection of capital projects. Ability to lead and mentor staff who conduct complex capital projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Organize and prioritize a variety of capital projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner and assign staff resources to meet target completion dates. Balance technical work with administrative duties such as budgeting, developing staff work plans, reporting, etc., and manage a multi-disciplinary team.   Ideal Knowledge:   Knowledge of pipeline design and repair, and pipeline design standards. Principles, practices, concepts, and standards of capital project management as applied to the planning, design, cost estimating, Construction, installation, and inspection of a wide variety of facilities and infrastructure. Principles and practices of capital project budget development and administration, contract negotiation and management, and sound financial management policies and procedures. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations with specific emphasis on water treatment, storage, pipeline, pump, and related infrastructure design. Practices of researching capital project issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.   Ideal Training and Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or mechanical engineering, or a related field   Required License or Certificate   Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.   Possession of a Professional Engineering License in Civil or Mechanical Engineering issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers.   To review the Job Description, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/JD%20Capital%20Engineering%20Manager%205-2019.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ Pipelines Project Delivery Unit (Position Code 561)   COVID-19 vaccination requirement: *To protect our most valuable assets, our employees, as well as the communities we serve, Valley Water requires all newly hired Valley Water personnel to be fully vaccinated (for COVID -19) or to be formally excused from the requirement through the **reasonable accommodation process (for details, see bottom of job posting) Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period (one year).   This posting will close without notice. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration for this role.   Selection Process   (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.   NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement: * Fully vaccinated means (1) it has been at least two weeks since a person has completed the entire recommended series of a COVID-19 vaccine, and (2) the person has provided proof of vaccination in a form consistent with the requirements for verification of vaccine status in the State of California's July 26, 2021, Public Health Officer Order. **Limited Exemptions to Vaccination Requirement An individual who has been provided a job offer may request a reasonable accommodation to the vaccination requirement if they: Have a contraindication recognized by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or by the vaccine's manufacturer to every approved COVID-19 vaccine. A contraindication means a condition that makes vaccination inadvisable; Have a disability and are requesting an exception as a reasonable accommodation based upon this disability; or, Object to COVID-19 vaccination based on their sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.   Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.   Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.   Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.   To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/4487534   Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.   https://www.jobelephant.com/

Position Description Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. The Generation Electrical Engineering Team is looking for an energetic and collaborative leader with strong supervisory skills and a strong engineering background in electrical generation. The successful candidate will lead a group of engineers working on Capital Improvement Projects and will respond to Operation and Maintenance requests from City Light generation facilities. These positions are also responsible for several NERC reliability standards. A strong background and knowledge of Hydro Generation, Plant Automation, Relay Protection and High Voltage Equipment is highly desired. The Electrical Power Systems Engineering Supervisor position oversees the engineering work of his/her team in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of electrical equipment, controls and protections systems for electrical generating plants and transmission equipment at Seattle’s hydroelectric facilities. These positions are overtime eligible, and the City of Seattle offers a generous benefits package. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel to beautiful and scenic hydro generating facilities in the State of Washington. This position will report to the Manager of Electrical Engineering. Job Responsibilities Here is more about what you’ll be doing: Supervise electrical engineers, specialists and other professionals responsible for performing complex and difficult professional electrical engineering work in the planning, design, construction, commissioning, operating and maintenance of hydroelectric generation facilities, general plant facilities, and other comparable projects. This includes: Working cohesively with other engineering supervisors and the unit manager to establish priorities and manage both O&M and Capital project activities. Coordinating the technical functions of various generation projects assigned to this work group. Participating in studies to determine the need and feasibility of proposed projects. Developing and presenting proposals for generation projects to gain approval. Cooperating with Project Managers to prepare budgets and schedules. Serving as a mentor to other electrical engineers providing guidance and support. Managing personnel matters, such as leave schedules, performance appraisals, hiring, and other administrative tasks. Managing NERC compliance with reliability standards, both Operation and Protection Standards and Cyber Security Standards that apply to Generating Plants. Making presentations and acting as team leader on special projects as assigned. Performing other duties of a comparable level as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has: This class requires a total of eight years' experience: Six years professional electrical power systems engineering experience equivalent to the Electrical Power Systems Engineer level. An additional two years supervisory, lead or project management experience is required to be a supervising Principal Electrical Power Systems Engineer . To perform the technical expert work of this classification requires an additional two years advanced experience with defining, interpreting and organizing major system-wide transmission or distribution projects that involve multiple jurisdictions and complex engineering circumstances. A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is also required. A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering may be substituted for one year of experience. Certification/License: Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment. Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances, high voltage energized equipment and work in or near construction sites. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overnight travel may be required. Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities: Experience working with hydroelectric generators and associated equipment, Supervisory Control, and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, protective relaying schemes, and high voltage equipment. Experience working on Plant Automation Systems, PLC programming and HMI development. The ability to perform relay coordination studies and design relay protection schemes for generators and transmission systems is highly desirable. Knowledge of and direct experience with the NERC Reliability Standards is desirable. Experience with and an understanding of good customer service standards. Good interpersonal, technical writing and oral communications skills. Willingness to learn and accept responsibility, comply with safety rules and regulations, work efficiently, effectively and independently. Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice . Additional Information Application Process Please submit the following with your online application: A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. Who May Apply : This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light 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. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance , SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 . A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020 . Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. The full salary range for this position is $63.45 - $74.50 per hour. 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 . Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: Careers at Seattle City Light - City Light | 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: "Most" Employees Plans - Human Resources | seattle.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Description Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. The Generation Electrical Engineering Section is seeking a high performing Electrical Engineer to join our team. We have a great variety of interesting and challenging projects to work on and are pleased to advertise this position. As the selected engineer, you will report to Newhalem, Washington and be assigned to support the day-to-day operations of the three power plants of the Skagit Hydroelectric Project. The Skagit project is in the North Cascades National Park and you will have the option to live in the company town of Newhalem depending on available space. In addition to day-to-day support, you will be assigned capital projects to design and work collaboratively with field crews to install and test new equipment related to their design. We are interested in individuals with a positive attitude, good people skills and broad experience working on hydroelectric generation facilities. This position reports to the Generation Electrical Engineering Supervisor. Job Responsibilities Here is more about what you’ll be doing: The successful candidate will be assigned to work on projects based on their experience and project needs and could be asked to work on any of the following: Hydroelectric generators, transformers, circuit breakers, governors, and exciters. Balance of plant (BOP) equipment such as batteries, and AC power distribution and SCADA systems Plant Controls, Automation, and Relay Protection Equipment associated auxiliary systems including hydraulic power units, standby generators, and compressors. Spillway and intake gates controls. Troubleshooting, commissioning, inspection, and installation of electrical systems. Lead technical role working with on-site skilled trades. Design review and stamping of electrical design packages. Project estimating, developing, and presenting proposals. Condition assessment, performance monitoring, data analysis and preventative maintenance in hydroelectric generating stations. Leading multidisciplinary design teams. Managing projects and several concurrent mandates on schedule, and within budget. NERC reliability standards as they relate to the operation of Bulk Electric System assets. Committed to safe work practices and experience working with safe work procedures. Excellent communication and report writing skills. Qualifications Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has: Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Experience: Total of 6 years of progressively responsible, difficult and highly complex electrical engineering experience in the Power Industry. (or other combinations of education and/or experience which provide preparation to do professional electrical engineering work on major electrical power systems). Certification/License: Current Washington State Driver’s License or evidence of equivalent mobility. Registration as a Professional Electrical Engineering in the State of Washington is required . Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities: Experience working with hydroelectric generators, and associated Exciters, Governors, Relay Protection, Plant Controls and Automation is highly desired. Experience with and recognition of values associated with excellent customer service. Knowledge of and direct experience with NERC reliability standards as they relate to the operation of Bulk Electric System assets. Operations experience with remote generating facilities Experience in legacy electrical systems and equipment Good interpersonal, technical writing and oral communication skills. Proficient using AutoCAD to prepare Engineering Design Packages. Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice . Additional Information The full salary range for this position is $61.16to $71.79 per hour. Application Process Please submit the following with your online application: A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Who May Apply : This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light 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. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance , SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 . A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020 . Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. 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 . Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers . 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: "Most" Employees Plans - Human Resources | seattle.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all new hires to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent an approved medical or religious exemption. Fully vaccinated means a person has received the following:  Two doses of the monovalent Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine; or Two doses of the monovalent Moderna COVID-19 vaccine; or Two doses of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine; or One dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine; or One dose of the bivalent Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine; or One dose of the bivalent Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.  Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.     The Department of Public Works is recruiting to fill 3 Senior Construction Inspector positions: two in the Facilities Management Services Division and one in the Engineering Services Division.   Engineering Services Division (ES) The Senior Construction Inspector(s) assigned to the Materials Testing Lab (MTL) in the Engineering Services Division is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and performing materials sampling and testing of various construction materials to ensure compliance with City and State Standards and Specifications. Under the supervision of Principal Construction Inspectors, the candidate will perform the key responsibilities listed below.   Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:   Performs complex materials sampling or testing conforming to stringent test procedures established by ASTM, CALTRANS or AASHTO.  Performs field compaction tests on native soil, base rock, treated bases, and asphalt pavements using nuclear gages. Samples Hot Mix Asphalt and the asphalt plant or at the jobsite and transports to lab for testing.  Fabricates concrete test cylinders (or beams) at the jobsite and carefully transports to lab for moisture curing.  Plants inspections of Reinforced Concrete Pipe.  Monitors and tests placement of Lime and Cement Treated bases at the jobsite. Schedules and assigns field testing, sampling and inspection tasks using the City’s Laboratory Management System database.  Completes and reviews material test reports for completeness and accuracy prior to review by the Engineer.  Participates in AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL) and Concrete Cement Reference Laboratory (CCRL) Proficiency Sample Programs.  Performs geotechnical field related services involving log of boring, coring, and pavement deflection testing for pavement design. Operates and maintains CME-55 drill rig as needed. Reviews plans and specifications to determine proper testing requirements and standards. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work performed by Construction Inspectors, Student Interns, and other assigned personnel.  Facilities Management Services Division (FAC) The Senior Construction Inspector(s) assigned to the Maintenance Contract Services section in the Facilities Management Services Division is responsible for maintenance and construction project management for Public Works. Under the direction of Principal Construction Inspectors, the candidate will perform the key responsibilities listed below.   Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  Reviews plans and specifications and submittals for conformance to established standards for major construction projects. Prepares resource and/or cost estimates. Reviews plans, drawings, and blueprints for completeness and accuracy and assures implementation of plan. Supervises, schedules, assigns, and directs activities for Associate Construction Inspectors, Engineering Technicians, Engineering Trainees, and Student Interns. Reviews and makes recommendations concerning proposed projects.  Assists in resolving disputes between contractors, inspectors, developers, utilities, and consultants. Responsible for the tabulation of quantity of work completed per schedule of quantities, including the review of pay letters.  Provides daily written reports describing project events. Facilities knowledge: concrete, carpentry, flooring, fencing, doors and windows, some plumbing, etc. Project management: scope development, procurement for resources (services and materials). Manages services programs (preventative maintenance) grease traps, kitchen hoods, roof cleaning, etc. Performs building assessments – assesses and documents the condition of building envelops and hard surfaces, interior coverings to include walls, flooring, ceilings, etc. Available to perform overtime duties on weekends, holidays, midnight or swing shift when requested. Performs Public Works emergency duties, such as flood watch when required.  This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.