Senior Engineer

Clevelala Utilities Authority, a municipal utility providing electric, water, wastewater, and fiber services to the Cleveland, Tennessee/Bradley County area is seeking a Senior Engineer. This position will be responsible for all aspects of the engineering department, maintaining and expanding a water distribution system and sewage collections system. The role may include design of capital projects at the wastewater treatment plant and water treatment plants.

• Assist with Water and Wastewater Engineering Department functions, including but not limited to:
  • Development of the Water/Wastewater Engineering Department capital budget.
  • Review and approval of water and wastewater facilities for private development.
  • Develop plans and specifications for capital projects.
  • Assist with Water and Wastewater GIS mapping.
  • Inspection of construction of water and wastewater facilities.
  • Direct capital project/design and construction management.
  • Assist other areas with capital budgeting, management of all capital projects, and use of consultants and other engineering‑related items.
  • Assist customers as necessary.
  • Develop standards and policies related to the installation of water and wastewater facilities.
  • Support water and wastewater operations, as needed.
• Manage outside consultants, including selection, fee negotiations, scheduling, payment, and review/approval of work.
• Knowledge of SRF requirements, including application procedure, disbursement requests, document preparation, and construction procedures.
• Confer with the public, consultants, and contractors concerning projects.
• Other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager of Water and Wastewater.

• Bachelor of Science Degree (four‑year accredited college/university) in Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineering license or ability to acquire one.
• Ten or more years of experience in water and wastewater engineering.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications.
• A valid Class “D” Tennessee Driver’s License.
• Availability to work after hours when needed and perform call duty.

• Leader
• Manager
• Decision Maker
• Detail Oriented
• Interpersonal
• Ethical
• Self‑Confident
• Analytical Skills
• Time Management
• Mechanically and Process Oriented

Qualified applicants should submit a resume by Friday, January 16, 2025, to:

Cleveland Utilities Authority
ATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES
POST OFFICE BOX 2730
CLEVELAND, TN 37320
Or email to:

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