Project Engineer, Reservoir Operations

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority•Southborough, MA

2d•$81,989 - $114,518•Onsite

About The Position

Performs engineering related tasks in the areas of flood control, dam safety, aqueduct operations, plan and records management, 8M permit oversight, and other duties as directed. This role is with the MWRA, an organization that delivers high-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, has restored Boston Harbor, and continues to invest in protecting vital public resources. It is a mission-driven organization where work makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, mechanical engineering or related field
At least two (2) years of technical or professional experience in civil engineering work such as water/wastewater facilities, construction, survey, design, hydraulics, structural, highway architecture, soils and materials
Any equivalent combination of education and experience
A valid motor vehicle operator's license
A valid Massachusetts Grade 1D OIT Water Distribution License within 12 months
A current FAA Part 107 UAS (drone) operator license within 12 months
Training in deployment, operation and maintenance of underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) in tanks, shafts, and reservoirs within 12 months

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training registration
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office
Experience with database programs
AUTOCAD
Hydraulic modeling software

Responsibilities

Performs daily engineering assessment of reservoir and river levels and makes recommendations on reservoir release, transfer and diversion rates.
Provides daily electronic reporting on reservoir and related operations to a wide range of recipients, and maintains databases and other records as necessary to report storage volumes, elevations, water demand, transfers, power generation, etc.
Prepares operations plans and assists the Senior Engineer, Reservoir Operations with planning and monitoring for flood control and reservoir release, transfer, and diversion operations.
Coordinates with other Western O&M sections to ensure needed actions and work are proceeding according to plan.
Performs run-off computer model simulation runs using SCADA, TELOG and other information, including collaboration on Planning Department's watershed model, to assess the impact of short-term and long-term forecast precipitation events on reservoir levels.
Assists with coordination of review, construction, and operations and maintenance activities for dams and dikes piezometer maintenance and data acquisition, invasive species control, and other MWRA/Department of Conservation and Recreation watershed protection issues.
Performs 8(m) permit and design reviews as assigned.
Maintains a database and records of 8m permits related to Western Operations and Maintenance.
Maintains Western Operations record drawings and resource center.
Responds to information requests.
Inspects construction or maintenance work for conformance to plans and specifications, and makes minor revisions to meet local conditions encountered in field.
Plans sequence of work with contractor on jobs and submits progress reports.
Acts as an in-house Resident Engineer on minor construction projects.
Assists in coordination with other MWRA departments, communities, public interest groups and government agencies.
Performs related duties as required.