Associate Engineer or Engineer

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

The Environmental Services (ES) Division has two vacancies for either an Associate Engineer or Engineer (depending on qualifications) in the Plant Engineering group within the Capital Design and Delivery department.

Associate Engineer - Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $75,774 - $86,008
Engineer - Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $84,053 - $97,698
*The starting salary will depend on the selected candidate's experience, skills, education, and internal salary equity.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! The Environmental Services (ES) Division of the Metropolitan Council operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. ES Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRFs) consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. ES received a Governor's Award as a Great Place to Work.

To find out more about the Environmental Services Division, please click on the link for more information: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Plant Engineering group consists of 19 scientists, engineers, and administrative staff. As an Associate Engineer or Engineer in the Plant Engineering group you will have an opportunity to work on all phases of capital project delivery - from planning, through design and construction support - at one or more of 9 ES Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRFs) that treat municipal wastewater collected within the 7-county Twin Cities region.

To start, the successful candidate will be assigned to a project delivery team led by a project manager in the Plant Engineering group. Following is a partial list of current Plant Engineering projects:

• Perform field evaluations and observation.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering studies, feasibility reports, engineering evaluations, technical memoranda, cost estimates, etc. to develop alternative solutions and answer "what if" scenarios by gathering and analyzing data.
• Evaluate mechanical equipment, products and systems for wastewater treatment processes and facilities.
• Develop plans and specifications for construction projects under the direction of Plant Engineering Project Managers.
• Establish and maintain appropriate facility and project files.
• Represent the Council with regulatory agencies, local interests, neighborhood groups, cities, metropolitan county, state, and federal governmental units, industrial user groups and other interested parties.
• Provide engineering assistance to wastewater treatment plant operations, ES maintenance, and the plant engineering staff.
• Complete related duties as assigned.

Associate Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or in a directly related area of discipline AND
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam within six months of hire. *Note: FE exam replaces the former Engineering in Training (EIT) exam

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or in a directly related area of discipline AND
• At least two years of related engineering experience AND
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam within six months of hire. Note: FE exam replaces the former Engineering in Training (EIT) exam

• Experience or completed college-level coursework in wastewater treatment, wastewater solids treatment, water treatment, and/or hydraulics.
• Experience writing and/or presenting technical concepts.
• Experience with or exposure to engineering work associated with projects or project management.
• Basic computer skills using Microsoft Application software, BlueBeam, and/or E-Builder (Trimble Unity Construct).
• Experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environments.

• Knowledge of practical applications of engineering theories and principles.
• Knowledge of ES water resource recovery facilities and practices.
• Ability to develop written problem statements and alternatives for the purpose of completing business case evaluations.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports suited to the needs of the audience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications from the owner perspective.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Increased proficiency in computer skills necessary to complete work, e.g., Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams, E-builder, Bluebeam, Oracle Work Asset Management (WAM), Microsoft SharePoint, Wonderware.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Classification Level: Associate Engineer
Union: AFSCME Grade F
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $75,774 - $88,008
Full Salary Range: $75,774 - $122,990

Classification Level: Engineer
Union: AFSCME Grade G
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $84,053 - $97,698
Full Salary Range: $81,973 - $132,933

What your work environment would be:
The majority of time, work is performed in a standard office setting and at various plant sites throughout the region. Periodic construction or project site visits will be required.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.