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Senior Civil Engineer (CIP Design-Water)

Seattle Public Utilities
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Are you a strategic Senior Civil Engineer who thrives in sustaining, improving, and protecting the environment? Do you enjoy planning, and overseeing construction and rebuilding critical infrastructure that impacts cities and communities? If this sounds of interest to you, then apply to join our team!
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is currently recruiting for multiple experienced CIP Design-Water Civil Engineers with strong design expertise and technical leadership skills, to support the successful project delivery of the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) of SPU. These positions are crucial in the functioning of the Water Engineering Group, to support the large volume of work within the Water Line of Business at SPU.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations. 
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SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why join our team? 
We know work isn't only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including: 
  • Hybrid work schedule opportunities
  • Family-friendly and multicultural work environment 
  • Generous benefits package 
  • Free Orca Pass
  • City pension plan with employer/employee contributions. 
  • Growth potential and advancement opportunities 
Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare technically complex engineering designs for water system capital improvement projects.
  • Prepare reports, technical specifications, estimates, and plans.
  • Prepare schematic, preliminary, final plans of civil features of water utility related design work such as water conveyance pipes, pump stations, valving, cathodic protection, water system appurtenances, site restoration, ADA ramp design, erosion control, etc.
  • Provide engineering services in support of the water system during different project phases (Planning, Option analysis, Design, and Construction phases).
  • Prepare options analysis/preliminary engineering report, design package (plans, specifications, and estimates), and basis of design and basis of estimate documentation.
  • Prepare and stamp design drawings and technical specifications.
  • Provide input to project schedule and Project Management Plans.
  • Conduct site visits to perform internal confined space pipe inspections of large diameter pipelines, perform field investigations and assist in constructability reviews.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Experience: Five (5) years professional civil engineering experience.
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology. 
Education and Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.
License, Certification and Other Requirements

You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
  • Strong leadership skills in being proactive, responsive, flexible, and organized in leading a team of technical experts to arrive at sound and cost-effective solutions for CIP projects.
  • Ability to motivate team members to produce quality work, on time and on budget.
  • Ability to be open minded and patient with changes and process.
  • Able to listen well and work in a diverse team environment.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills. 
  • Ability to give clear instructions as well as follow directions.
  • Develop effective working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including our values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation, and Partnership. 
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base.
  • Strong technical skills in Water system design, including pipe systems (transmission and distribution system), valves, storage facilities, pump stations, and cathodic protection etc. 
  • Experience with seismic design using different pipe and fitting materials. This includes design of HDPE pipe, Steel pipe, and ERDIP.
  • Ability to provide design for water main rehabilitation with trenchless technologies such as CIPP, slip-lining and horizontal directional drilling for water mains. 
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Civil3D.
  • Experience with the design of large and complex thrust restraint systems.


Additional Information
Application Requirement(s):
  • A full City of Seattle online application 
  • Resume outlining your skills and experience, related to this position. 
Work Environment/Physical Demands
  • Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment. 
  • Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites. 
  • May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time. 
Workplace Environment (*Telework Expectation):    
This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office twice a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
 
The full salary range for this position is $57.96 - $67.49 per hour

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. 
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 

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