Associate Engineer or Engineer

About the Metropolitan Council

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.

We have two vacancies for either an Associate Engineer or Engineer in the Plant Engineering group within the Capital Design and Delivery department. Associate Engineer salary range: $75,774 - $86,008. Engineer salary range: $84,053 - $97,698. The starting salary will depend on the selected candidate's experience, skills, education, and internal salary equity.

We operate and maintain the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. We provide coordinated long‑range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. ES Water Resource Recovery Facilities 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.

The Plant Engineering group consists of 19 scientists, engineers, and administrative staff. As an Associate Engineer or Engineer you will work on all phases of capital project delivery at one or more of nine ES Water Resource Recovery Facilities. The successful candidate will be assigned to a project delivery team led by a project manager.

• Metropolitan WRRF Fourth Incinerator – $285M
• Metropolitan WRRF Effluent Pumping Station Rehabilitation – $40M
• Empire WRRF Solids Improvements – $45M
• Seneca WRRF Piping and Site Rehabilitation – $10M
• Blue Lake WRRF Improvements – $200M
• Hastings WRRF Renewal – $30M
• New Crow River WRRF – $180M
• System‑Wide Programmable Logic Controller Replacement – $20M

Interest in wastewater treatment or solids treatment. Civil, chemical, mechanical engineering degree or related discipline. Excellent communication skills and passion for customer service. Hybrid telework arrangement eligible after initial on‑site period. Permanent residence in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

• Perform field evaluations and observation.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering studies, feasibility reports, technical memoranda, cost estimates, and alternative solutions.
• Evaluate mechanical equipment, products and systems for wastewater treatment processes and facilities.
• Develop plans and specifications for construction projects under direction of Plant Engineering Project Managers.
• Establish and maintain appropriate facility and project files.
• Represent the Council with regulatory agencies, local interests, neighborhood groups, and governmental units.
• Provide engineering assistance to wastewater treatment plant operations and maintenance.
• Complete related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a directly related discipline.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam within six months of hire.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a directly related discipline.
• At least two years of related engineering experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam within six months of hire.

• Experience or completed college‑level coursework in wastewater treatment, wastewater solids treatment, water treatment, and/or hydraulics.
• Experience writing and presenting technical concepts.
• Experience with engineering projects or project management.
• Basic computer skills using Microsoft applications, Blue Beam, and/or E‑Builder.
• 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.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent…