Dc Water and Sewer Authority

Compensation

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**Overview:** DC Water is seeking a Process Engineer II to provide engineering support for the Blue Plains Wastewater Treatment (WWT) Plant. The successful candidate will evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of all treatment processes, develop and implement procedures and methods to control plant performance, and conduct process studies and evaluations. **Responsibilities:** • Recommends policies, procedures, methods, and practices to ensure plant meets or exceeds NPDES permit requirements and enhances safety, quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of operations • Develops strategies to meet process objectives and implements process control strategies through hands-on use of process control and computer systems • Reviews and interprets complex design drawings, plans, and specifications for proposed changes in existing facilities and for construction of new wastewater facilities • Designs new systems or modifies existing systems • Identifies type and scope of work, develops work specifications, and interfaces with vendors, contractors, and consultants to direct, coordinate, inspect, and accept work • Provides engineering support and guidance in troubleshooting complex process problems • Analyzes laboratory and other reports, identifies causes of non-routine events, and recommends process control strategies and adjustments to process variables affecting the quantity and quality of process effluent • Monitors process sampling strategies and recommends sampling protocols • Writes regular and special technical reports, presents and publishes technical papers on wastewater treatment • Plans work activities, develops schedules, and assigns work to subordinates • Establishes high standards for safety, quality of work performed, and productivity • *Qualifications:** • Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or related field of study from an ABET accredited college or university • Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience related to wastewater treatment processes • Must possess and maintain a Class IV (ABC or equivalent) Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification or acquire within 24 months of employment • A District of Columbia Professional Engineering (PE) License is required at the time of hire • *Benefits:** • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunities for career growth and professional development • Collaborative and inclusive work environment • Recognition and celebration of individuality and unique contributions • Commitment to developing a future-ready workforce • EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V, maintaining a drug-free workplace and performing pre-employment substance abuse testing