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Charleston Water System · 1 day ago

Associate Plant Engineer (26-012)

Hanahan, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$37/hr - $58/hr

4+ years exp

Charleston Water System is seeking an Associate Plant Engineer to support their Environmental Resources department. The role involves preparing project designs, providing technical guidance for wastewater and water treatment facilities, and managing capital projects for plant optimization and regulatory compliance.

Government

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Provide operations oversight as necessary including training on technical, safety and regulatory subjects

Develop capital projects for plant optimization, manpower efficiency, and regulatory compliance

Develop and prioritize equipment upgrades and new purchases

Routinely inspect and spot-check all facilities to identify physical plant deficiencies and needs

Supervise the Engineering Co-Op as needed

Perform studies and engineering investigations and provide cost estimates

Provide project management for projects assigned to outside engineering consultants and assist Maintenance Dept. as necessary

Coordinate with Engineering & Construction department engineers on completion of major capital projects

Manage technical aspects of implementing net recurring projects. Coordinate with all stakeholders

Evaluate work process that are labor intensive and develop systems and procedures to automate and simplify work processes

Assess and develop projects that leverage use of manpower

Identify, locate, and evaluate equipment to maximize use of personnel and reduce other operating cost

Assist operations department in identifying and developing improvement opportunities

Job performance must conform to all CWS Policies and procedures

Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policies and procedures

May be required to work during emergency (hazardous) conditions

Regular attendance is required

Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures

Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures

Subject to 24-hour on-call

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Capital project developmentStatistical process controlEngineering degreeProject managementWater certificationMicrosoft ExcelTechnical communicationSafety trainingLeadership skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical degree in chemistry, biology, physics etc. from ABET accredited program with four (4) years of progressive engineering work

At least 3 years' experience managing capital projects strongly preferred

Computer skills: must have extensive experience with windows-based word processing and spreadsheet software (prefer Word or Excel). Including use of complex, menu driven programs

Experienced in presenting technical concepts to regulatory boards, environmental groups and non-technical interested parties

Must possess good oral and written communication skills

Experience in experimental design and statistical process control strongly preferred

Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness

Proven leadership skills strongly preferred

Engineer-in-Training registration required where applicable

“A” level Water Certification exam required within 24 months of hire

level Water Certification exam required within 12 months of hire

Valid South Carolina Driver's License required

Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally and with a 2-way radio, to include comprehension of complex oral and written instructions

Ability to read and comprehend detailed technical reports

Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles

Ability to convey detailed instructions to associates and contractors accurately, loudly, and quickly

Ability to observe and comprehend computer screens

Must be able to make visual observations in daylight and night

Ability to issue, receive and understand complex oral and written instructions

Ability to move about extensively for long distances over an extensive plant site with varied topography and features

Ability to make visual observations of repairs, construction, equipment installation and field work in progress to ensure compliance

Ability to ascend/descend ladders, stairs and ramps as high as thirteen (13) stories at Plum Island and three (3) stories at Hanahan

Ability to position self to exert up to 50 lbs of force and/or up to 25 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation

Constantly works in internal / external environmental conditions. Subject to atmospheric conditions of one or more of the following that affect the respiratory system or skin: Fumes (paint), odors, dusts, gases, etc. Personnel Protective Equipment Required

May be required to wear a full-face respirator

Required to work with chemicals used in wastewater treatment processes

Frequent sedentary work with extended sitting required

Occasional exposure to loud machinery. Hearing Protection Required