Water Systems Design Engineer
About The Position
The Water Systems Design Engineer leads the design of life support and water treatment systems at Monterey Bay Aquarium. The role leads equipment specification and configuration, performs engineering calculations, creates drawings and models, and interfaces with internal staff and outside consultants. It participates in relevant phases of larger departmental and organizational projects involving life support systems and other seawater systems. The engineer trains Aquarium staff on operating and maintaining new water systems, coordinates research projects, keeps current with new life support engineering technologies, and integrates relevant findings into Aquarium operations. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Six years of experience in aquarium life support or other water system design and commissioning.
- Demonstrated mastery of design principles and theory as they pertain to aquarium life support systems.
- Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD or similar design drawing software.
- Advanced understanding of stationary engineering standards, practices, and procedures.
- Mastery of mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration concepts as applied to aquarium systems.
- Mastery-level understanding of seawater chemical and nutrient components and processes, including pH, alkalinity, and the nitrogen cycle.
- Ability to analyze data quickly and translate it into operational decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and train staff in technical subjects.
- Ability to balance a dynamic and diverse workload.
- Advanced problem-solving, critical-thinking, and logically reasoned decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work within and maintain Monterey Bay Aquarium's Core Values.
- Ability to perform essential physical activities including constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending, and occasional unassisted lifting of up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Biological Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience in water system design or aquarium life support.
Responsibilities
- Define specifications for life support and water treatment system configuration, flows, filtration needs, temperature considerations, and mechanical equipment.
- Perform engineering calculations for equipment sizing and specifications.
- Conduct quality control reviews of completed designs and sign off on the functionality of new systems or system modifications.
- Lead research efforts or projects concerning the design, operation, and evaluation of life support and water treatment systems.
- Interpret trends and water quality data to identify system issues and opportunities for improvement, working closely with relevant animal care staff.
- Create 2D and 3D technical drawings.
- Attend project meetings and work with stakeholders to understand and represent life support design within larger projects.
- Train Animal Care and Facilities staff to operate and maintain new water systems.
- Stay current with developments in fluid dynamics, water systems, engineering, and life support, and integrate them into routine operations as appropriate.
- Develop and maintain working relationships with equipment manufacturers and vendors to specify equipment, coordinate services, and resolve issues with existing equipment.
- Coordinate research projects and integrate relevant findings into Aquarium operations.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
