Section Engineer (Wastewater Process Engineer)

The Wastewater Process Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of advanced level professional engineering duties for the City of Wichita's Wastewater Treatment Division, with emphasis on the Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) treatment processes at three treatment plants. The position is responsible for optimizing, identifying and investigating problems, and developing solutions for complex chemical and biological systems, as well as reviewing wastewater process, quality, and flow data to validate treatment process and operational decisions. The position will also be involved in planning and/or pilot testing for water reuse projects which could culminate in Direct Potable Reuse. Work is performed with considerable independence within a generally defined scope. The position may be responsible for some administrative tasks and may supervise lower-level exempt and/or non-exempt staff. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress towards goal attainment. See full job description at Wichita.gov/jobs.

Requirements:

Required Experience and Training Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, and/or Chemical Engineering Two (2) years of experience in the design of wastewater treatment systems. Must be eligible to obtain a Kansas Professional Engineer (PE) license within one (1) year of hire. Candidates who currently hold a PE license in another state obtained by examination may be appointed, provided Kansas licensure is obtained within one (1) year of employment. A valid Driver's License. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. Preferred Experience and Training Certification as a Class IV Wastewater operator, issued by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), or an equivalent certification issued by another state agency. Certificate of Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Kansas. Two (2) years of design, construction, and/or wastewater operational experience.