Wastewater Process Engineer I (Brightwater)

King County (WA) • Woodinville, WA

338d

About The Position

The Wastewater Process Engineer will be responsible for monitoring and optimizing one or more processes at the treatment plant. Examples processes include liquids treatment, solids treatment, odor control, gas handling, reclaimed water, and industrial stormwater. The Wastewater Process Engineer will also support capital project review/implementation, energy and chemical conservation initiatives, and the completion of regulatory tasks and reports. The Wastewater Process Engineer will become an expert on the plant's permits (including the NPDES, Puget Sound Nutrient, Industrial Stormwater, Reclaimed Water, and air permits) and help convey the requirements to plant leadership, operators, and maintenance workers. This role performs all job duties onsite.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of engineering and/or scientific principles and techniques typically provided through four years of college-level training from an accredited institution OR any combination of education and work experience.
• Skill in oral and written communication techniques and principles and to apply this skill to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in working on multiple projects and assignments simultaneously and coordinating among diverse workgroups.
• Work experience in wastewater, including but not limited to coursework and laboratory assignments, internships at treatment plants or an industrial manufacturer, and professional working experience at a treatment plant or wastewater consulting firm.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse individuals in varying occupations.
• Computer proficiency, as measured through familiarity with and use of general software (Microsoft suite applications such as Teams, Outlook, and Excel) and/or through familiarity with and use of industry specific software (e.g., Lab Information Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems, Water Information Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

Nice To Haves

• Possession of an Engineer-In-Training certificate (EIT) or combination of engineering work experience and/or education equivalent to a 4-year degree.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize wastewater treatment unit processes (liquids, solids/biosolids, air emissions, energy recovery, reclaimed water, etc.) and overall plant operations to ensure regulatory compliance and to optimize final product quality (effluent, biosolids, air emissions).
• Assist in troubleshooting unit processes and associated equipment operation, monitoring systems and controls.
• Conduct research and evaluation of special studies and projects to optimize plant processes to ensure maximum performance and cost-effective operation as determined by the supervisor or senior staff.
• Make basic projections of chemical and energy use in plant processes and general plant operations for current and future conditions.
• Prepare and/or review technical reports, project proposals and progress reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plan participation through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass.
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays.
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave.
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Wellness programs.
• Onsite activity centers.
• Employee Giving Program.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position.
• Training and career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees