Engineer I, II, III, IV, or V

Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority•Marietta, GA

7d•$70,396 - $173,150•Onsite

About The Position

The Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority is filling one engineering position at a level from Engineer I through Engineer V. The level of hire is based on the candidate’s education, experience, and licensure. All levels report to the Director of Engineering. The role supports, leads, and manages engineering projects for facility upgrades, strategic water quality initiatives, and operational improvements, with responsibility increasing by level. Relevant technical areas include conventional and advanced water treatment processes, water chemistry, treatment equipment, pilot studies, and troubleshooting operational issues. The position requires communicating technical analysis in ways that support practical improvements to system performance and regulatory compliance. The Authority is a regional public utility in Marietta, Georgia, providing potable water on a wholesale basis. Engineer I is an entry-level position assisting senior engineers, consultants, and contractors. Engineer II directs smaller projects and assists on larger projects. Engineer III directs more complex projects and coordinates consultant, contractor, contract, budget, CIP, and RFP work. Engineer IV directs complex projects, including treatment plant improvements and process optimizations. Engineer V directs highly complex and technical projects and may supervise staff. Compensation varies by level: Engineer I, $70,395.95–$109,113.73; Engineer II, $76,027.63–$117,842.82; Engineer III, $88,678.62–$137,451.86; Engineer IV, $103,434.74–$160,323.85; and Engineer V, $111,709.52–$173,149.75 annually.

Requirements

Engineering degree from a four-year college or university.
Georgia Driver’s License and a good driving record, which must be maintained during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe.
Engineer I: no prior engineering experience required.
Engineer I: obtain a Georgia Water Distribution Operator’s License within three years of hire.
Engineer II: two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Engineer II: obtain a Georgia Water Distribution Operator’s License within three years of hire.
Engineer III: three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Engineer III: Georgia Engineer in Training (EIT) License required.
Engineer IV: six years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Engineer IV: Georgia Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or ability to obtain it within three months, required.
Engineer V: ten years of related experience and/or training.
Engineer V: Georgia P.E., or a P.E. from another state with ability to receive Georgia reciprocity within three months, required.
Engineer II through V: Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission ESC Level I or II Certification required, or must be obtained within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SCADA networks preferred.
Engineer II: Georgia EIT License desired.
Engineer V: Master’s degree in engineering highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, and tests, and conduct site investigations for plant, pipeline, and water resource projects.
Calculate costs and recommend whether projects are feasible based on collected data.
Develop and evaluate Requests for Proposals and construction and professional services contracts.
Support the planning, design, and construction of transmission system extensions, additions, and modifications, including storage tank improvements and meter installations.
Visit construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance with plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Work with engineering consultants, contractors, Authority customers, and local, state, and federal agencies on project planning and construction.
For Engineer I and II, assist with hydraulic modeling studies of the transmission system and short- and long-range planning for transmission and treatment facilities.
For Engineer III, review pay requests and project schedules, negotiate change orders, and participate in dispute resolutions.
For Engineer III, assist with easement negotiations; produce plans and specifications for limited-scope projects; and oversee bidding and procurement.
For Engineer IV and V, supervise or oversee facility and plant expansion plans and the design and construction of new facilities.
For Engineer IV and V, evaluate current and new technologies and provide technical assistance in solving water treatment issues.
For Engineer IV and V, negotiate construction and professional services contracts and easement acquisitions in coordination with legal counsel, and assist with developing and managing the Capital Improvement Plan.
For Engineer IV and V, support pipeline projects and/or operations as assigned, which may require 24-hour availability using an Authority vehicle.
Engineer V may supervise staff.
Engineer I assists senior engineers, consultants, and contractors on projects; Engineer II directs smaller projects and assists with larger ones; Engineer III directs more complex projects and consultants and contractors; Engineer IV directs complex projects; Engineer V directs highly complex technical projects.
Assist with contracts, RFPs, budget preparation, and capital improvement planning at the level appropriate to the role.