Senior Engineering Associate - Civil

Senior Engineering Associate
- Civil

The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking a Senior Engineering Associate
- Civil to join their Treatment and Pump Systems division within the Engineering Services group. This position will support the City's prioritization of reinvestment in on-going and planned work at the treatment plants and pump stations.

Senior Engineering Associates perform intermediate to complex engineering and project management work involving applying advanced technical engineering knowledge to the solution of municipal engineering problems in the planning, design, construction management and maintenance of capital projects related to stormwater and sewage infrastructure.

What you'll get to do:

• Plan, design, construction, design review or permitting plan review for wastewater infrastructure projects ranging from valve replacements, regulators, mains, tanks, reservoirs, and pump stations.
• Collaborate with project partners to resolve design and construction issues through innovative and equitable solutions to benefit the communities we serve.
• Review design, construction, and utility plans for conformance with City standards, policy, and service rules
• Respond to constituents and property owners' inquiries relating to design and construction of CIP projects
• Provide technical guidance, assistance, and training to professional and technical staff
• Apply advanced technical engineering knowledge to the solution of municipal engineering problems in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the City's infrastructure
• Manage several projects that may have competing deadlines and varying priorities with available support and resources.
• Perform tasks independently but under the supervision of a professional engineer.

An ideal candidate will demonstrate through direct or transferrable experience:

• Innovative:
  You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and excel in changing work environments. You've demonstrated the ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm in a high paced environment that relies on quick and stable decision making
• Problem Solver:
  You can identify problems early and value collaboration. You utilize active listening and effective communication and facilitation skills in working with others to find resolutions
• Project Manager:
  You have knowledge of project management principles and can support, lead, and review various operational projects that support the Group Director's and bureau initiatives. These projects may vary greatly in scope but are centered on public improvements
• Authentic:
  Effective in a professional, diverse, multi-cultural environment. You treat customers, co-workers and employees with respect and are accountable
• Dedicated:
  Have a passion for public service and hold a high level of pride in making sure that projects, tasks, and emergencies are effectively and efficiently addressed or completed
• Organized:
  Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/respond to various situations in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

About the Bureau of Environmental Services This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Together we are reimagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values:

• We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery.
• We value our customers and partners.
• We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources.
• We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community.
• We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce.
• We urge respectful communication and transparency.
• We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.

To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications:

• Experience applying civil engineering principles and practices related to public works, industrial and/or commercial project design and construction
• Experience in project management, construction management, and/or engineering analysis
• Experience designing or reviewing civil improvements and managing or supporting construction including reviewing technical plans and specifications
• Knowledge of project planning, organization principles, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control
• Knowledge of local, state, and or federal permitting processes, how to use, interpret, and follow code requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing

Additional Requirements Applicant must also possess:

• An Engineer-In-Training Certification: passed the State Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination at time of hire.
• A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire

The Recruitment Process:

STEP 1:
Apply online between August 31, 2026, and September 21, 2026

• Cover letter. Details are key! The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover…