Engineering Designer I - (Wastewater) at EBMUD

Salary Info: $107,844 - $131,076 Annually, Plus Excellent Benefits + Retirement

Opens online at www.ebmud.com/jobs on Monday, August 12, 2024

Online applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday, August 30, 2024

Internal Reference # 24-098

Engineering Designer I is the entry level classification in the Engineering Designer series. This position will perform the more routine tasks and duties including CADD/BIM design drafting of complex facilities, site reconnaissance and documentation of wastewater assets, pipeline and utility systems plan and profile designs, grading and drainage designs, and mechanical and electrical layouts. Individuals can advance to Engineering Designer II after gaining experience and achieving proficiency which meets the requirements for the Engineering Designer II classification.

This position works closely with supervisors, Engineering Designer IIs, project managers and engineers, construction managers, contractors, consultants, surveyors, and other technical and administrative personnel. Major responsibilities require the use of initiative, independent judgment, critical thinking, and interactions with a variety of personnel throughout East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD). The immediate vacancy is in the Wastewater Drafting Unit of the Design Section, part of EBMUD’s Wastewater Engineering Division.

The subject matter of the design work varies depending on assignments and may include the design drafting of wastewater facilities and pipelines. The different types of facilities include, but are not limited to, wastewater treatment plants, pumping plants, interceptors, wet weather facilities, reservoirs, rate control stations, sanitary sewer pipelines, storm drains, and related facilities. All assignments are characterized by the performance of detailing and planning work within the various engineering disciplines and estimating quantities of work and costs. Technical assignments are conducted in the field and in the office and are performed within EBMUD standards and pre-determined limits. Duties include field investigations and frequent contact within and outside of EBMUD.

Flexible/hybrid work from home schedule may be available for some positions in this job classification.


The salary range is $8,987 per month increasing to $9,436, $9,908, $10,403, and $10,923 after 6, 18, 30, and 42 months, respectively.

EBMUD offers an excellent benefits program that includes paid vacation, holidays and sick leave; family health insurance coverage; family dental and vision care plans; retirement plan (reciprocal with CalPERS); 401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; transit subsidy; tuition reimbursement; and opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.

Requirements:

1. A high school diploma, or its equivalent; and
   a. Experience in any or a combination of designing, drafting, mapping, or field recording of pipeline, facilities, or water/wastewater treatment system installations; or
   b. One year as a crew worker installing or maintaining underground pipelines, facilities, or water/wastewater treatment systems; or
   c. Experience as a member of a pipeline location survey crew operating surveying instruments or water/wastewater system inspection.
2. Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
3. Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
4. Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including sufficient agility to climb hills and traverse rough terrain.
5. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com/jobs by 4:30 p.m., Friday, August 30, 2024. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability

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