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Engineer II
Location:
Seattle, WA
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Summary If you are looking for an exciting position that allows you to work for an organization that not only supports environmental stewardship from the top down but also leads the way, the Engineer II position with the Facility Engineering and Science Section (FESS) of King County's Solid Waste Division (SWD) may be your perfect fit! We are looking for five (5) experienced and technically proficient Engineer IIs to support consultant design, construction of new facilities, infrastructure rehab and major equipment replacement. In addition, up to two of these positions will work on data analysis and reports for environmental compliance on SWD's Title V permit, solid waste permits, wastewater permits, stormwater permits and groundwater assessments. These positions are part of a welcoming and energetic team of engineering and environmental professionals who are committed to providing quality solid waste transfer, disposal, recycling, and reuse facilities for residents of King County while working to preserve and protect our natural resources and communities. About this Role: The successful candidates will participate in teams led by an Engineer III and will work on a variety of projects, including capital projects for major construction, special projects for facility improvements, maintenance and repair projects, and/or provide data analysis to support project decisions. Project engineers will receive RS Means training and software to generate engineer estimates and two of these positions could. Some of these positions will manage work order construction contracts, work order A/E contracts, traditional design and construction contracts, and possibly vendor/technical services contracts. All positions will be part of the facility inspection program as needed.Depending on the specific position, the work for the successful candidates may include: Construction of new South County Recycling and Transfer Station (RTS) (See picture below) Cedar Hills Regional Landfill development projects Rehabilitation programs, such as tipping floor resurfacing, hillside stabilization, or complete electrical equipment replacement at Harbor Island. Landfill Infrastructure Rehabilitation program Special projects such as a stormwater vault or BMP installations, construction of waste diversion infrastructure, and design and construction of EV infrastructure. Landfill Gas Improvement program, data analysis of system performance Environmental regulatory reporting for landfill gas, groundwater, leachate and stormwater perform stormwater and pipe modeling work provide engineering for landfill environmental controls, environmental data analysis, and landfill systems maintenance. manage work order construction contracts, work order A/E contracts, traditional design and construction contracts, and possibly vendor/technical services contracts. About the Team: The King County Solid Waste Division (KCSWD) is responsible for the public solid waste system that serves the people and communities of unincorporated King County and most cities within King County. KCSWD is the lead King County Agency for delivering Zero Waste of Resources (ZWoR) goal for the region, which will reduce valuable materials sent to the landfill by up to 70%. KCSWD operates one of the few active landfills in the region , ten transfer and recycling facilities , nine closed landfills, and many programs designed to significantly reduce waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use and out of the landfill.Facilities Engineering and Science Section ( FESS) staff plan and manage the development of transfer facilities, new landfill areas, closed landfills and the closure of completed landfill areas at the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill; performs facility inspections and provides engineering support for facility operations and maintenance directly and through the management of associated contract services; and provides environmental monitoring, evaluation and reporting. In collaboration with Operations, ensures regulatory and permit compliance for all solid waste facilities. FESS provides the technical expertise necessary to conduct assessments, integration and use of technology to support the Division's day-to-day business activities. Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Engineer II, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will De Doing: Provide project engineering, technical review, and commissioning support to multi-million-dollar CIP projects as part of a project management team. Manage A/E and construction work order contracts - including participating in the solicitation team and the negotiations team, developing scope of work, engineer's estimates, issuing work orders, and overseeing the project to completion. Plan and conduct construction, maintenance and compliance inspections of work underway at transfer stations and/or the regional landfill. Review contractor's compliance with construction procedures; check materials for proper approval, certification with contract specifications and other contractual requirements. Provide analysis for landfill gas collection and emissions, landfill leachate, and stormwater monitoring data, and provide summary tables, graphs, reports, and PowerPoint presentations as well as prepare annual groundwater reports and Air Operating Permit reports. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and provide constructive, relevant comments to project managers, engineers and consultants. Familiarity with extracting data from databases. Knowledge of relevant solid waste, clean air, clean water, and other environmental laws, ordinances, County policy, and contract terms and conditions is a plus. Experience working with construction contractors to ensure compliance with contract requirements, work in place quality, safety, budget and schedule. Experience with general contract administration and management. Competencies You Bring: Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard, is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging, not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning. Decision Quality - Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment. Peer Relationships/Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Values Differences - Ability to recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Communicates Effectively - Ability to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. It Would Be Great If You Also Bring: Engineering or design work experience Construction management work experience Engineer in Training Certificate Geologist in Training Certificate Professional Engineering License Professional Geologist License Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically monthly. Onsite work will be project dependent and can be up to five days during prime construction season. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including Cedar Hills Landfill in Maple Valley and the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work . Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is represented by Protec Local 17. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. A complete application is required. To apply, submit a Complete Application and cover letter . A Resume is highly recommended but is optional. Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Susan Ng at XXXX@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement . PDN-9bd56f35-33b7-4c02-ab67-f3c7d4f261b8
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