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Water Distribution System Associate Engineer, Charleston Water System

Job Category
Public Works
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Job Duties

Position Summary: Under limited supervision prepares project designs, drawings, construction documents, cost estimates, material orders, reports, addenda and change orders, and planning recommendations as required for each project. Administer, develop, and supervise all aspects of the department’s asset management and system evaluation programs. Essential Functions: Design and engineer water distribution system projects for optimization, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Perform project prioritization and budget planning during the annual budgeting process.

Supervise use and assist with the development of the CMMS and GIS within the department. Perform studies and engineering investigations and provide cost estimates. Develop, implement, and manage the asset management program in coordination with other departments. Provide project management for projects assigned to outside engineering consultants. Coordinate with Engineering & Construction department engineers on completion of major capital projects. Manage technical aspects of implementing net recurring projects. Coordinate with all stakeholders.

Evaluate work process that are labor intensive and develop systems and procedures to automate and simplify work processes. Assess and develop projects that leverage use of manpower. Identify, locate, and evaluate equipment to maximize use of personnel and reduce other operating cost. Assist operations department in identifying and developing improvement opportunities. Job performance must conform to all CWS Policies and procedures. Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policies and procedures. May be required to work during emergency conditions.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited program with four years of progressive engineering work. At least 3 years experience managing capital projects strongly preferred. Computer skills: must have extensive experience with Windows-based word processing and spreadsheet software (prefer Word or Excel). Including use of complex, menu driven programs.

Good public speaking skills enabling the presentation of reports, project concepts and other information to regulatory boards, environmental groups, town or city councils or others as required. Must possess experience in contract management. Must possess good oral and written communication skills. Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations: Registration as an Engineer-In-Training in the state of South Carolina required within 24 months of hire. “A” level Water Distribution Operator’s License required within 24 months of hire. Valid South Carolina Driver's License required. Potential Career Path: ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION. Plant Engineer, Engineer, Distribution System Engineering Manager.

Pay Info
$71,177.60 ($34.22/hr) - $110,302.40 ($53.03/hr)
How to Apply

Apply online at http://www.charlestonwater.com/354/Jobs. Resumes are not accepted in person, but can be uploaded online in the application portal.

You must apply through our website to be considered for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The Charleston Water System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.