Associate Engineer Data Analysis
The Research and Innovation program is seeking an Associate Engineer - Data Analysis. The Associate Engineer performs various engineering-related duties, applying engineering and GIS knowledge to support wastewater and stormwater system modeling, and data analysis under the direction of a Professional Engineer.
Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.
Essential Functions:
(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. CWS may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)
- Assists with different levels of data modeling, data analysis, and data visualizations, hydrologic and system modeling, analyzing sewer and stormwater systems to ensure effective flow management and system resilience. Performs spatial and hydrologic analyses utilizing ArcGIS and related applications, providing actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
- Maintains, updates, and analyzes modeling databases to support operational and long-term planning needs.
- Develops, tests, and troubleshoots geospatial and script-based tools to assist modeling analyses. Performs in-depth flow monitoring analysis including RDII analysis, to ensure the quality of the data and provide insights to assist hydraulic modeling and capital planning.
- Provides initial review and documentation of industrial and temporary discharge requests.
- Works in coordination with the CWS GIS team to develop, document, and enhance GIS workflows and processes, ensuring GIS system functionality by testing software, and troubleshooting to support engineering design projects.
- Acts as a technical resource for the Research and Innovation team and assists with building proof of concept for innovative solutions.
- Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, digital advancements, and innovative practices to propose new approaches and tools. Supports continuous improvement in project delivery, increasing efficiency and effectiveness across engineering and operational processes.
- Assists with preparing and maintaining technical communications, project records, design workshop presentations, construction contract documents, and construction inspection notes.
- Maintains a positive, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture to improve the understanding and recognition of diversity and foster multidisciplinary and integrated team approaches.
- Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes.
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Theory, principles, and practices of civil engineering
- Principles and practices of hydrology, wastewater, and stormwater engineering as they apply to system modeling and data analysis
- Work planning, scheduling, and team organization
- Computer applications for engineering and project management
- Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) for wastewater management, including spatial analysis and geoprocessing
- Principles of project planning and management
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
SKILL IN:
- Preparing presentations
- Reviewing engineering documents, evaluating engineering studies,
- Problem-solving, identifying alternative solutions, data collection, analysis, and validation
- Understanding technical documentation, administrative reports, drawings, specifications, and construction contract documentation
- Interpreting and applying pertinent federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
- Use of software platforms for spatial analysis, data analysis and management, presentations, and project coordination
ABILITY TO:
- Plan and organize assigned work to meet deadlines
- Understand and interpret specifications, maps, plans, and reports of complex modeling and GIS reports
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff, contractors, community groups, and the general public
- Operate effectively in a team environment
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES
The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.
6 months of internships or project work in civil or environmental engineering with a focus on GIS or a related field;
Bachelor's Degree in civil, chemical, or environmental engineering or related fields.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT Certification) within 12 months of hire.
Candidates must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license.