Project Engineer- Structural, Architectural, and Geotechnical Design

About the role

The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts seeks skilled Structural Engineers and Engineering Associates to design and support essential infrastructure. Key responsibilities include leading structural design efforts for wastewater, solid waste, and collection system facilities, performing complex analyses, conducting site inspections, and collaborating with civil, architectural, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare plans, specifications and engineering calculations for administrative, wastewater treatment, collection systems, and solid waste facilities
• Provide design support during construction of capital projects
• Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of work for engineering projects
• Drive to various sites for inspections or meetings
• Participate in reviewing or evaluating the work of others such as consultants, vendors or temporary agency workers on a project basis

Requirements

• A valid California Class C driver license
• Engineering Associate Ii Level: Bachelor's degree and master’s degree both in a pertinent engineering discipline from an accredited and recognized college or university
• Engineering Associate Iii Level: Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate Ii
• Engineer Level: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists

Qualifications

• Knowledge of structural engineering theory and practices
• Relevant building codes and standards
• Strength, properties and uses of engineering construction materials
• Complex engineering construction procedures and best practices
• Seismic evaluation and retrofit principles
• Complex investigation, research and survey methods
• Project management methods
• Principles of administration, economics, organization, training and project leadership

Skills

• Strong technical skills
• Practical design experience
• Passion for meaningful public service
• Licensure as a Professional Structural Engineer
• Experience with large-scale municipal or industrial projects

Benefits

• Retirement Calpers
• Deferred Comp Match
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Lifetime Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Payment Reimbursement

Pay

Compensation varies based on experience and qualifications. Annual salary increases are available until reaching step 5 of the salary range, and cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules are offered, including the 9/80 schedule, depending on the worksite.