Salary: $8,862.00 – $12,957.00 Monthly
Location : Whittier, CA
Job Type: Monthly
Job Number: CM-127-23E
Department: Solid Waste – Energy Recovery
Opening Date: 07/20/2023
JOB POSTING
THE SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
invites applications for the position of:Energy Engineer/Engineering Associate II, III- Energy Recovery
Mechanical/Civil/Environmental Engineering
OUR MISSION
The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and recycled materials.
The Sanitation Districts are currently recruiting to fill one Energy Engineer/Engineering Associate II, III in the Solid Waste Department within the Energy Recovery Engineering Group.
SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT
ENERGY RECOVERY ENGINEERING SECTION
ENGINEERING GROUP
JOINT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
JOB SUMMARY:
The incumbent will perform any or all of the following: manage the Districts’ Energy Portfolio; participate in purchase and sale of electricity, renewable natural gas and related products; track regulatory, legislative and operational issues relating to landfill gas collection, greenhouse gas reduction, energy production and utilization; conduct studies and recommend solutions for technical problems involving digester and landfill gas utilization, air and water emissions compliance and control, electrical power production and storage, energy efficiency, food waste processing and co-digestion, renewable attributes and emerging energy technologies; administer energy service and procurement contracts; and assist in management of the Districts’ HHEW collection program.
This position will be assigned to the Joint Administration Office in Whittier, CA. Initial salary placement will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess :
A valid California Class C driver license for positions performing on the job driving -AND- additional credentials as follows:
For ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II, Option A:A bachelor’s degree and master’s degree both in a mechanical, civil or environmental engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university; Option B: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a related science with an Engineer-In-Training Certificate and a master’s degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a mechanical, civil, or environmental engineering; Option C:Two years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university. For ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE III, Two years of experience as an Engineering Associate II -OR- Four years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university. For CIVIL ENGINEER, possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists -AND- Option A: Six years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university; Option B: A master’s degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND– Three years of professional engineering experience; Option C: A PhD in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND– two years of professional engineering experience.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will have education related to mechanical, civil, or environmental engineering and/or professional engineering experience in the purchase and sale of electricity, renewable natural gas and related products, landfill gas utilization, electrical power production and storage, solid waste management and compliance.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This posting will remain open until vacancy is filled and is subject to closure without notice.
Application Process:
Online applications are required for consideration, and some applicants may be asked for additional information should they advance in the selection process. The best qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an oral interview. Formal interviews may be conducted via an online video conference call through Microsoft TEAMS. Applicants that are invited for an interview are expected to have the ability to be interviewed through their personal device (e.g. desktop, tablet, mobile phone).
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
For more information or questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Cara Morin at or 562-908-4288 Ext. 1328.
Joint Administration Office, Whittier
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% for the 22/23 fiscal year; Effective July 1, 2023 the required contribution will be 7.75%). 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: 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 & PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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.
Job classifications are compensated on a 5-step salary range. New employees may receive a 5.5% step increase after successfully completing a 6-month probationary period and yearly thereafter until step 5 is reached. The Districts’ typically promote qualified internal applicants before considering outside candidates. For engineering professionals, there are three levels of Engineering Associate (EA) and administrative promotion is possible to an EA II or EA III level after an engineer completes 2 years as an EA I or EA II respectively. Engineers are eligible for administrative promotion to the Civil Engineer level when they obtain registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California and have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and 6 years of professional engineering experience, a master’s degree from an accredited university and 3 years of professional engineering experience, or a PhD and 2 years of professional engineering experience. An employee with four years of experience at the Civil Engineer level may apply to compete for promotion to Senior Engineer. Promotions to the Senior Engineer level are made depending upon the needs of the Districts. Supervising Engineer positions are filled through a competitive selection process. Management level positions may also be filled through a competitive selection process, or by appointment by the Chief Engineer and General Manager.
HEALTH INSURANCE
- MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2023, the Districts contribute $1,833.55 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 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.
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.
ENGINEERING TRANSFER PROGRAM
Engineers can participate in a voluntary transfer program to gain experience in various engineering sections. Transfers are made whenever vacancies and qualifications match. An engineer may apply for transfer after they have served in their assignment for 2 years.
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 February 8, 2023
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
- Yes
- No
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By checking YES, you are indicating that you understand that it is imperative that you complete the application in its entirety. By checking YES, you are also indicating that you understand that attaching a resume in lieu of completing the education and/or employment history sections is unacceptable and may be grounds for disqualification.
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a PE license?
- Yes
- No
04
Please select how many years of engineering or other technical experience in energy recovery methods including power or solid waste.
- No experience
- 1 to 2 years’ experience
- 2 to 5 years’ experience
- 5-10 years’ experience
- Over 10 years’ experience
05
Please identify the organization where you gained the experience described in the previous question, respective dates of employment, and your role within the organization (Employers listed must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.)
06
Please identify any energy recovery related engineering courses taken as a graduate or undergraduate student.
07
How did you first learn about this job opportunity?
- LACSD website
- LACSD mailing
- Governmentjobs.com
- Email notification from governmentjobs.com
- Engineerjobs.com
- Linkedin website or email
- Other
08
Describe your experience in managing an energy portfolio and participating in the purchase and sale of electricity and renewable natural gas. If no experience, please indicate “N/A”.
09
Provide specific examples of your involvement in tracking regulatory, legislative, and operational issues related to energy production and utilization. If no experience, indicate “N/A”.
10
Can you describe a technical problem involving digester and landfill gas utilization that you encountered in your previous role? If no experience, indicate “N/A”.
11
Describe your involvement in administering energy service and procurement contracts. If no experience, please indicate “N/A”.
Required Question