Acquisitions Management, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Follow Through, Forestry, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Monitor Regulations, Operations Management, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Public Works, Record Keeping, Recycling, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Research Skills, Team Player, Water Treatment, Writing Skills
Are you energized by complex engineering challenges and the chance to shape the future of sustainable water treatment? Become part of the award-winning team operating one of the most advanced water recycling facilities in the country.
Fairfax County’s Wastewater Management Program is a nationally recognized Utility of the Future. Its wastewater treatment plant, the 67 MGD Noman M. Cole Water Recycling Facility, is a multi-year NACWA Platinum Award winning facility, which houses one of the most advanced wastewater treatment processes including primary, secondary and tertiary liquid treatment processes, reclaimed water and sophisticated biosolids management program including incineration.
The plant is seeking an engineer with a passion for the environment to perform engineering support across multiple discipline areas, including regulatory compliance, process support, and project management. This position will work with a variety of disciplines and backgrounds both in the office and in the field.
Primary duties include:- Performs engineering analysis, daily and long-term process monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure efficient and compliant operations, and works closely with the operation and maintenance group to implement process recommendation. Conducts research and innovation to improve treatment performance and efficiency;
- Manages regulatory compliance program which includes regulation monitoring, planning and implementing compliance strategies, regulatory reporting and records keeping for various environmental permits including water, biosolids, air and stormwater;
- Supports other engineering functions including facility programs and capital improvement program.
The successful applicant will possess:- Collaborative relationship building skills: builds trust and works effectively across all levels and disciplines, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Analytical problem-solving skills: applies strong critical thinking to assess complex issues, navigate sensitive situations, and provide sound, well-reasoned guidance.
- Professional presence & productivity: maintains a steady, solutions focused demeanor with sound judgment and discretion, while delivering high quality work quickly and consistently.
- Organizational agility: adapts seamlessly to fast paced, rapidly changing needs with exceptional attention to detail, initiative, accuracy, and follow through
Wastewater Management is part of the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES), please visit us here to learn more about us. DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone. Select here to learn more about DPWES.
Benefits:- Join Fairfax County, a stable work environment in an organization that values diversity, inclusion, innovation, and a team that focuses on maximizing advancement opportunities.
- Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits:Note: The appointee to this position is subject to emergency callback 24 hours a day/seven days a week (24/7) to respond to snow, flood, and other emergencies requiring division resources.
*A $5,000 signing bonus is available to new county employees hired in the Engineer V position.Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Agency: DPWES Wastewater Management
Location: WASTEWATER TREATMENT DIV, 9399 RICHMOND HWY, LORTON (JP04)