Senior Civil Engineer – Wastewater Operations & Maintenance

Position Description Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Civil Engineer to join its Wastewater Operations team within the System Operations Planning and Analysis (SOPA) section. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of engineering, operations and maintenance, and public service — giving you the opportunity to directly shape the performance, reliability, and long-term sustainability of one of the region's most critical infrastructure systems. Reporting to the Wastewater Operations Supervisor, you will serve as a hands-on technical expert. You will work collaboratively with planners, operations and maintenance crews, and capital project teams to solve complex operational challenges and ensure that SPU's wastewater assets are maintained to the highest standards. If you thrive in a dynamic environment that blends real-time problem-solving with long-range strategic planning, this is the role for you. About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations. For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities. We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for wastewater infrastructure supporting crews and planners to evaluate real-time wastewater system operations and generate operational changes and troubleshooting recommendations to ensure continuous system performance.
• Provide both in-office and field support to planners and field crews, ensuring rehabilitation and maintenance projects are scheduled and executed in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and best management practices.
• Conduct facility performance assessments, system analyses, and evaluations of maintenance options; advise on product selection and sizing.
• Act as key liaison between SPU’s Drainage and Wastewater (DWW) System Management Division, DWW Planning and Program Management Division, Utility Operations and Maintenance Division, DWW System Maintenance Division, Project Delivery and Engineering Branch, and other divisions to ensure optimal wastewater performance.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Qualifications

Experience: Five (5) years of professional civil engineering experience. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology — or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides the required background to perform the work. License, Certification and Other Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington.
• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with municipal wastewater systems
• Experience collaborating with field maintenance and operations staff
• Infrastructure condition assessment experience
• Familiarity with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and interpreting real-time operational data
• Capital project design and construction experience for drainage and/o

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