Senior Wastewater Structural Engineer

King County•Seattle, WA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are the Engineering and Technical Resources unit that provides engineering design and oversight of all capital projects within the Wastewater Treatment Division. We are dedicated public servants whose mission is to protect public health and enhance the environment by collecting and treating wastewater while recycling valuable resources for the Puget Sound region. This mission runs through all our work that requires tackling interesting and challenging projects. We instill a supportive work culture that is open to new ideas and methods. This position will conduct structural design for King County Wastewater Treatment infrastructure including buildings, tanks, catwalks, supports and other facilities throughout the county. Additionally, it will review the work of other structural engineers hired as part of consultant teams assisting the consultant engineers in their design and reviewing their work to represent King County interests. The position will update and maintain King County Wastewater Division standards, including guide specifications and other design documents. This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or closely related engineering field.
At least 8 years of engineering experience including project planning, design, and construction.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in State of Washington, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hiring.
Demonstrated experience in solving complex technical issues within a multi-discipline work environment.
Experience in managing multiple, complex capital projects simultaneously within established timeframes, and costs.
Manages Complexity : Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Decision Quality : Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Plans and Aligns : Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
Collaborates : Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Manages Conflict : Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
Communicates Effectively : Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Situational Adaptability : Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in State of Washington, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hiring.

Nice To Haves

Registration as a Structural Engineer in the State of Washington or another state in the United States of America
Familiarity with water, wastewater and/or industrial facilities and construction principles and techniques.

Responsibilities

Prepare public works and procurement contract documents and cost estimates to comply with County and State public bidding policy.
Assist in the acquisition of all necessary permits prior to construction bidding.
Stamp and sign engineering or architectural plans as a Professional Engineer or Architect.
Review and approve shop drawings submitted by contractors, assist in the interpretation of specifications, advise on contractor compliance with contract documents, and review change orders when required by field personnel or as required by law.
Review proposals from equipment vendors.
Review construction plans of other agencies and/or building owners to ensure that County facilities are not in conflict with or endangered by adjacent construction or facilities.
As directed, provide assistance with complex emergency repairs of wastewater facilities or when technical engineering assistance is necessary.
May coordinate with the work of maintenance personnel or contractors to accomplish necessary repairs.