Senior Engineer - HVAC Mechanical

The Water & Engineering Technology Department is seeking a Senior Engineer - HVAC Mechanical. This position manages the development and implementation of mechanical engineering and HVAC projects for the wastewater treatment and pumping facilities, including planning, design, startup, and construction management. Serves as a key technical resource to lead and support capacity, reliability, and/or performance related to mechanical infrastructure systems at the wastewater treatment, pump station, laboratory, and office facilities.

(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. The Clean Water Services (CWS) may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion.   Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)

1. Manages the development of mechanical engineering projects, including heating ventilation and cooling (HVAC), HVAC controls, hydraulic systems, air systems, and plumbing systems. 
2. Develops mechanical engineering project schedules, prepares budgets and scopes. Drafts competitive bidding documents; assists in the bidding and awarding of contracts; administers contracts and approves payments to contractors.
3. Oversees and supervises the selection and management of engineering consultant contractors. Coordinates work with project stakeholders, government agencies, other CWS divisions, contractors, and consultants. Reviews engineering reports, specifications, designs, plans, and other documents for compliance with CWS standards, applicable building codes, constructability, accuracy, and completeness; ensures compatibility of cost-effective materials, equipment, building systems, and construction methods for proposed plans and specifications; conducts quality assurance and control.
4. Provides technical review of existing mechanical systems (HVAC, HVAC controls, hydraulic systems, air systems, and plumbing) deficiencies, detailed analysis of equipment failures, efficiency audits, troubleshooting assistance, and development of solutions. 
5. Serves as the Engineer of Record providing licensed certification for the mechanical design of various projects within area of specialization; establishes priorities, tracks budgets and schedules, develops work processes and procedures to meet goals, and directs the work of professional and technical staff, consultants, and contractors.
6. Ensures project compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, codes, and policies, and CWS policies and procedures.
7. Participates actively in safety programs; promotes workplace safety and good maintenance methods.
8. Supervises the work of technical staff.  Oversees employee development and performance, including selection and training; preparation of performance appraisals and development or improvement plans; resolves complaints and grievances; implements disciplinary actions.
9. Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment; enforces a safe workplace; establishes a culture of teamwork and communication; creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.
10. Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes. 

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Hydraulic systems design theory, principles, practices, regulations, equipment, construction, and the application to industrial facilities
• Mechanical systems design theory, principles, and practices and the application to industrial facilities
• Mechanical systems related to environmental temperature, humidity, and ventilation control in laboratory, industrial, and office environments
• Principles and practices of project development, scheduling, and management
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations concerning permits, construction, contracting, and environmental protection
• Principles of supervision; teambuilding and coaching techniques and practices 

• Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff 
• Preparing, reviewing, and evaluating engineering studies and designs
• Estimating engineering and construction costs
• Preparing bid specifications
• Negotiating and administering contracts
• Preparing and administering complex budgets
• Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques
• Use of computers and computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, CAD design, modeling software, and databases

• Efficiently design, develop, and manage multiple complex engineering projects to completion within scheduled deadlines and allocated budgets
• Understand and interpret specifications, maps, specifications, plans, and reports pertaining to design and construction projects
• Interpret and apply pertinent policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and permits
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, contractors, community groups, and the general public
• Operate effectively in a team environment
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.