Supervising Engineer - Energy Recovery

Salary: $12,738.00 - $16,747.00 Monthly
Location : Whittier, CA
Job Type: Monthly
Job Number: SB-298-24E
Department: Solid Waste - Energy Recovery
Opening Date: 03/06/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

JOB POSTING
THE SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Invites applications for the position of:
Supervising Engineer - Energy Recovery Section

SB-298-24E
About the Position: The Sanitation Districts are seeking a Supervising Engineerto lead our Energy Recovery Section. This section manages projects focused on sustainability, including hydrogen production, solar generation and biogas utilization. The work is fast-paced and rewarding, requiring strong leadership and communication skills.

The major job duties are listed below. For a detailed list, please see the

• Supervise and Coordinate Engineering Activities: Oversee a wide range of projects across planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance, development and research.
• Lead Engineering Teams: Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of engineers, ensuring efficient project completion, high technical quality, and adherence to District policies.
• Collaborate and Liaise: Serve as a liaison between engineering sections, other departments, outside contractors, and additional stakeholders, fostering clear and proactive communication.
• Community Engagement: Deliver presentations to community groups, demonstrating the impact of our projects and the importance of sustainable practices.
• Technical Oversight: Guide and review complex engineering reports, ensuring precision and alignment with the section's goals and regulatory standards.

Who You Are: As an effective and collaborative leader, you are prepared to handle both anticipated and unanticipated challenges. You possess strong communication skills that enable you to engage effectively with regulators, stakeholders, and team members. You have a proven ability to plan and organize, striking a balance between creativity and careful technical oversight.

Top Qualities for Success:

Strategic Planner & Coordinator - Skilled in structuring multifaceted projects, guiding teams to meet goals efficiently and with technical excellence.

Strong Communicator - Capable of engaging regulators, public groups, business clients, and internal teams, translating complex concepts effectively.

Adaptable & Innovative - Able to manage heavy workloads and lead through industry and regulatory shifts, thinking outside the box to meet evolving challenges.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse Environment: A mix of office and field work, with flexibility to think creatively and influence impactful projects.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on high-stakes, sustainability-driven initiatives like hydrogen and renewable natural gas production.
• Opportunity to Lead Change: Be at the forefront of energy recovery innovation in a team-oriented, high-performance setting.

Join us to lead groundbreaking projects and make a lasting impact in sustainability and energy recovery.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess all of the following:

• A valid California Class C driver license

For SUPERVISING ENGINEER I:

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in mechanical or civil/environmental engineering -AND-
• A valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of California; -AND-
• Either one (1) year of experience with the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County performing duties at or above the Civil Engineer or equivalent level; -OR- Five (5) years of verifiable engineering experience at a level which requires possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of California.

For SUPERVISING ENGINEER II:

• Two (2) years of experience with the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County as a Supervising Engineer I, or equivalent experience supervising professional engineers.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to develop projects including feasibility studies, project approval, permitting, and coordination of design and construction.
• Knowledge of organics processing and energy recovery technologies, energy markets, and relevant power plant and wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Proven engineering experience in project management, ideally in energy recovery or waste management fields.
• Demonstrated expertise in team leadership including fostering professional growth and optimizing performance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

This vacancy may be filled at any level, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications.

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
Knowledge of:

• Principles of supervision and training
• Engineering principles, practices, techniques, developments, and methods

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and supervise the work of professional and support staff
• Prepare, analyze, and implement solutions for complex engineering problems
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOTE: This posting will remain open until vacancy is filled and is subject to closure without notice.
SELECTION PROCESS:

• All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
• The selection process will consist of an interview weighted at 100% of the overall score.
• The first review of applications is expected to begin the week of March 24.

TO APPLY:
Please apply online at within this application period. By using the online application system, you will receive confirmation via e-mail that your application was received for this position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please verify that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, addinfo@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
NOTES:
The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related reference check, background check, DMV report, and a drug test.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brandi Reyes at BrandiReyes@lacsd.org.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts converts waste into resources, please visit the following video:
RETIREMENT

• CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered "classic" members. For "classic" members, the Districts pay the "employee share." Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.

• DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.

COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.
HEALTH INSURANCE

• MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2025, the Districts contribute $2,305.28 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.

• DENTAL: Districts paid. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage for a prepaid dental program which provides for most routine dental care through a panel of contracting dentists with no deductibles. Employees are eligible to enroll in an indemnity plan if requested within thirty days after completion of three years of employment (sooner for some bargaining units), or during subsequent open enrollment periods.

• VISION: Employee paid.

• LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME

• VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.

• SICK LEAVE: Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.

• PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.

• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS

• A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
• Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
• Clear policies and procedures.
• Health and safety programs.
• Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.

More detailed benefits information can be found here:
NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Updated December 26, 2024
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Thank you for your interest in this Supervising Engineer job opportunity with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. The information that you provide will be evaluated "as-is," and you will not have a second chance to revise or clarify the information provided. Therefore, it is important to provide concise, organized, and easy to understand answers to each item.VERY IMPORTANT: It is imperative that your responses reflect a true and accurate description of your background. Additionally, your answers must be supported by the information you have entered in your application profile. Responses that cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application profile will be deemed as invalid. Moreover, questions that ask you to provide a description of particular aspects related to your work experience must be fully described for your responses to be considered complete. A supplemental review of your responses will be conducted to validate them. Falsification, exaggeration, and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification and will likely bar you from future employment opportunities with Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts. If you have questions regarding these instructions or the selection process in general, please contact Brandi Reyes at BrandiReyes@lacsd.org.

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Please list your professional registration/s, including the date and discipline for each. If no registrations, please enter N/A.
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Briefly describe your experience performing supervisory duties over professional engineers. For each of your supervisory experiences, please include 1) the name of the employer, 2) your title and start and end dates of the experience, 3) number of staff supervised and their titles, 4) types of jobs/projects your staff performed, 4) and describe the supervisory duties you performed.
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Please describe your experience with organics processing and energy recovery technologies relating to power plant and wastewater treatment plant operations. Please list your job title and the name of the employer where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if none.
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If and when selected for this position, candidates who have completed the required college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States, must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees.

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