Engineer (Mechanical) - Metro Water - Los Angeles, CA - EXPIRED
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Job Information:
Company: Metro Water
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts. Our water is treated in California and distributed across 6 counties, providing nearly 19 million Californians with high quality water. Metropolitan's success is derived from our talented and diverse workforce whose efforts jointly drive the organization toward excellence. By joining our team, you will be faced with a challenging and exciting work environment allowing opportunities for training and career advancement. We offer excellent benefits and perks. Let's embark on creating a sustainable future together.
ENGINEER
(Mechanical)
The Engineering Services Group, Program Management Section, currently has one (1) opening for an Engineer (Mechanical) in the Program Management Unit located at Metropolitan's Headquarters located in downtown Los Angeles, CA.
This position will be responsible for the management of multiple water distribution system related projects within Metropolitan's Capital Investment Plan. Potential projects will be located throughout Metropolitan's conveyance and distribution system. Positions at this level are recognized as technical specialists using initiative and resourcefulness in deviating from traditional methods or researching trends and patterns to develop new methods, criteria, or proposed new policies. The technical specialists act as project leaders. Projects could involve large valve rehabilitation and pumping plant rehabilitation including couplings, motors and pumps.
JOB DUTIES
1. Leads the planning, coordinating, conducting, and monitoring tests, studies, investigations.
2. Represents Metropolitan within area of responsibility with external entities; may negotiate and resolve issues.
3. Leads and prepares technical documents and reports; prepares and makes presentations.
4. Leads and develops, negotiates and administers contracts and agreements; oversees the work of vendors, consultants and contractors.
5. Leads, plans, coordinates, and conducts projects, including monitoring scope, quality, budget, and schedule.
6. Provides technical expertise within area of responsibility on projects, programs, and issues.
7. Performs special assignments in support of Metropolitan initiatives.
8. Leads and performs technical analyses and provides recommendations to support planning, design, construction, infrastructure reliability and/or operational issues.
9. Leads and prepares and reviews design criteria, plans, specifications, submittals, cost estimates, and budgets.
10. Leads and develops standards, procedures, guidelines, and manuals.
11. May execute mathematical, statistical, and other models.
12. Leads and performs site and construction inspections.
13. May lead or perform emergency response duties.
14. Maintains official records, documents, and data.
15. Acts as Project Manager; plans, coordinates, and conducts projects within area of responsibility, including monitoring scope, quality, budget, and schedule.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
1. Leads interdisciplinary teams assigned to programs and projects; ensures compliance with project and customer requirements.
2. Leads and develops of scope, budgets, and schedules for projects; monitors expenditures, schedules, quality, and reporting.
3. Secures program and project authorization and funding. Forecasts cash flow for program and projects.
4. Evaluates contractor claims, negotiates settlements, and provides recommendations to management.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (Alternate Fridays off)
REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and six years of relevant experience, of which two years must have been at the Associate Engineer level; OR
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience, of which two years must have been at the Associate Engineer level.
General Required Knowledge of:
Engineering principles, practices and applications in specific discipline; project management principles and practices; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to area of responsibility; project management; and current office technology and equipment.
General Required Skills and Ability to: Manage projects; analyze and interpret data; organize; engineering and project scheduling software; prepare and deliver presentations; prepare technical reports and correspondence; estimate and negotiate; use independent judgment and exercise discretion; problem solve; prioritize and multi-task; communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work independently and in a team environment; lead and train; and operate current office equipment including computers and supporting applications.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this position are required to obtain and maintain the following certifications, licensing and registrations:
Licenses
* Valid California Class C Driver License that allows you to drive in the course of your employment
* License in good standing as a California Professional Engineer (at time of application)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND VISION REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee to successfully perform the job duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job duties.
Physical Demands: The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as personal computers and record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above average agility and dexterity.
Work Environment: The work involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines, or irritant chemicals; etc. Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields.
Job Related Selection Criteria:
20% Job Preparation (education, experience & training relevant to the position)
25% Technical Skills and Knowledge such as:
* Large scale water distribution system project design and operation with an
emphasis on mechanical equipment;
* Public works construction concepts and techniques.
25% Project Management, Organization, and Planning Skills and Knowledge such as:
Engineering project management concepts and techniques, including scoping,
budgeting,
benchmarking, scheduling, negotiating, estimating, and planning;
status reporting; project controls; project team building; conflict resolution; and
leading project staff.
15% Oral Communication and Presentation Skills
15% Written Communication Skills
100% Total
Benefits:
* Competitive compensation
* Excellent Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Retirement plans including Pension plan and 401K
(with matching employer contribution), tuition reimbursement, and more
* Training and advancement opportunities
* On-site fitness center
* Excellent working environment
* Hub of public transportation: Rail, subway, buses and taxis
* Public transportation reimbursements and van pools
This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To receive a copy of the complete job description, please send an email to [email protected].
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