Associate Plant Engineer, Charleston Water System
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. Provides technical guidance to assist in the operations and maintenance of the wastewater and/or water treatment facilities. Lead statistical process control projects as necessary and coordinate operations and maintenance activities. Provide operations oversight as necessary including training on technical, safety and regulatory subjects.
Develop capital projects for plant optimization, manpower efficiency, and regulatory compliance. •Develop and prioritize equipment upgrades and new purchases. •Routinely inspect and spot-check all facilities to identify physical plant deficiencies and needs. •Supervise the Engineering Co-Op as needed. •Perform studies and engineering investigations and provide cost estimates Provide project management for projects assigned to outside engineering consultants and assist Maintenance Dept. as necessary.
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.
Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical degree in chemistry, biology, physics etc. from ABET accredited program with four (4) 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. • Experienced in presenting technical concepts to regulatory boards, environmental groups and non-technical interested parties.
Must possess good oral and written communication skills. • Experience in experimental design and statistical process control strongly preferred. • Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness. • Proven leadership skills strongly preferred. Licenses, Certifications, Registrations • Engineer-in-Training registration required where applicable. • “A” level Water Certification exam required within 24 months of hire. • "C" level Water Certification exam required within 12 months of hire. • Valid South Carolina Driver's License required.
Routinely ascend/descend ladders, stairs and ramps as high as thirteen (13) stories at Plum Island and three (3) stories at Hanahan. Ability to work at elevated height levels as needed to perform various task. • Ability to make visual observations of repairs, construction, equipment installation and field work in progress to ensure compliance. • Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally and with a 2-way radio, to include comprehension of complex oral and written instructions.
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