Project Engineer-IW Whittier

Salary: $9,472.00 - $13,850.00 Monthly
Location : Whittier, CA
Job Type: Open to all
Job Number: SG-364-25E
Department: Wastewater - Industrial Waste
Division: Industrial Waste Engineering
Opening Date: 10/02/2025

JOB POSTING
THE SANITATION DISTRICTS

invites applications for the position of:

Project Engineer/Engineering Associate
POSTING #SG-364-25E
The Sanitation Districts is currently recruiting to fill two (2)Engineers/Engineering Associates in the Wastewater Management Department, Industrial Waste Section. This position will report to our Joint Administration Office in Whittier.
OUR MISSION
The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and recycled materials.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform professional project engineering work and coordinate progressively more complex projects in the Industrial Waste Section.

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of a Supervising Engineer, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of routine and complex industrial wastewater permit and industrial source control tasks. Typical duties include: evaluation of applications for Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits; evaluation of industrial wastewater pretreatment systems; determination of an applicant's ability to be in compliance with various technical, regulatory, and legal wastewater discharge requirements; interaction with industry contacts regarding their permits and their impacts on the Districts' facilities; review of drawings from industrial users to determine adequacy of proposed pretreatment equipment; determination of hydraulic capacity in the Districts' wastewater collection system to accommodate the industrial user; determination of a facility's connection fee; evaluation of industrial users' surcharge statements; development and implementation of the elements of a source control program such as data collection and analysis for identification of sources of chemical constituents in the Districts' wastewater collection systems; development of discharge limits and/or monetary charge programs for industrial dischargers; collaboration with industrial users and other agencies to control sources of key chemical constituents; preparation of letters, reports, calculations, charts and drawings; and performance of related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess:

• A valid California Class C driver's license

-AND-
ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II LEVEL:

• Option A: A bachelor's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline -AND- a master's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline;
• Option B: A bachelor's degree in a related science -AND- an Engineer-In-Training Certificate -AND- a master's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline;
• Option C: A bachelor's degree in engineering -AND- two years of professional engineering experience obtained after earning a bachelor's degree in engineering.

ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE III LEVEL:

• Option A:Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate II
• Option B: Four (4) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university.

ENGINEER LEVEL:

• Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
• AND:
• Option A: A master's degree in engineering -AND- three years of professional engineering experience;
• Option B: A PhD in engineering -AND- two years of professional engineering experience;
• Option C: Six years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of industrial wastewater pretreatment programs and regulations; experience with permitting for industrial wastewater dischargers; familiarity with emerging contaminants and industries associated with them; superior technical writing and communication skills; ability to think critically, develop alternatives and recommend solutions; ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with a variety of people; ability to work independently and be part of a team.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position will remain open until filled and may be closed at any time without prior notice. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
SELECTION PROCESS:

• Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience.
• Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to an oral interview.
• The selection process will consist of an oral interview weighted at 100%
• An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the interview based on the interview scores.

Please apply online at within the application period. You may attach your resume, but it will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, add to your contact list.
NOTE:

The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background check, DMV report, and a drug test.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video:
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Shelley Glasman at (562)-908-42288, ext. 1340.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
RETIREMENT

• CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered "classic" members. For "classic" members, the Districts pay the "employee share." Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.

• DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.

COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.
HEALTH INSURANCE

• MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2025, the Districts contribute $2,305.28 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.

• DENTAL: Districts paid. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage for a prepaid dental program which provides for most routine dental care through a panel of contracting dentists with no deductibles. Employees are eligible to enroll in an indemnity plan if requested within thirty days after completion of three years of employment (sooner for some bargaining units), or during subsequent open enrollment periods.

• VISION: Employee paid.

• LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME

• VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.

• SICK LEAVE: Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.

• PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.

• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS

• A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
• Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
• Clear policies and procedures.
• Health and safety programs.
• Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.

More detailed benefits information can be found here:
NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Updated December 26, 2024
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02

By checking YES, you are indicating that you understand that it is imperative that you complete the application in its entirety. By checking YES, you are also indicating that you understand that attaching a resume in lieu of completing the education and/or employment history sections is unacceptable and may be grounds for disqualification.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a California PE license in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering do you possess?

• No Experience
• Less than two (2) years of experience
• Greater than two (2) years of experience to less than five (5) years of experience
• Greater than five (5) years of experience

06

Please identify the organization(s) where you gained the experience described in the previous question, respective dates of employment, and your role within the organization (employers listed must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application).
07

Please identify any coursework, formal training, experience, or projects related to this work assignment. If you do not have any courses to list, please type "N/ A" in the response area.
Required Question

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