ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) is a not-for-profit, community-owned water utility, overseen by elected officials and citizen appointees from Reno, Sparks and Washoe County. TMWA has a highly skilled workforce who ensure the around-the-clock treatment, delivery and availability of high-quality drinking water for more than 450,000 residents of the Truckee Meadows.

We are looking to hire one (1) New Business Engineer, to join our Engineering Department.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Staff New Business Engineer performs responsible professional engineering work by reviewing of Applicant designs for water system facilities to serve new development.  New Business Engineers perform under supervision and guidance.

The Senior New Business Engineer differs from New Business Engineer in that incumbents at the Senior level perform more complex planning and design review work. Incumbents are recognized as having the experience, certifications and responsibility for making final technical decisions and have influence on the overall outcome of a project or task. Senior Engineers perform under general supervision and guidance.

The Principal New Business Engineer differs from Senior New Business Engineer in that incumbents at the Principal level perform significantly more complex new business work.  Incumbents are recognized in the work group as having the highest authority in a group, and certifications and responsibility for making final technical decisions and have influence on the overall outcome of a project or task.  Principal level Engineers oversee implementation of entire programs and procedures, may possess and utilize highly specialized knowledge and skills and perform under minimal supervision and guidance.

Progression from one position title, level or designation is not automatic nor guaranteed and is based on business needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

We believe that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor TMWA to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

• Coordinate technical planning studies to evaluate impacts and outages to the water distribution system; coordinate facility requirements for new development; analyze the impact of new growth on the existing system; and coordinate specific equipment requirements, capacities and operating criteria.
• Review water facility designs submitted by Applicants for new or modified water service in accordance with TMWA and NAC standards and provide comments to the Applicant in accordance with TMWA new business goals and objectives.
• Insure that TMWA facility charges are assessed appropriately and accurately.
• Assist in development of capital improvement plans.
• Perform a wide range of graphic system duties involving the preparation and plotting of GIS and/or CAD designs and drawings to produce maps, charts, drawings, and other geographic information for reports, presentations and permit applications.
• Coordinate new business planning work between Project Coordinators and other departments.
• Participate in project meetings with developers, engineers, contractors and other TMWA personnel.
• Provide support to Distribution and Operations personnel and coordinate system operating criteria and facility requirements.
• Provide support to TMWA departments involved in the new business process including metering, billing, backflow and inspection.
• Communication and coordination with applicants, consultants and contractors regarding new business projects before application, during application review and during project construction.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the minimum requirements is:

Experience: Four to twelve years (depending on level of engineering work performed) of increasingly responsible experience involving professional engineering work in the design of water system facilities; operation of water distribution systems; modeling and analysis of water distribution systems or a closely related field.

Education & Training: Graduation from an accredited four year college with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field is required.

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language including reading, writing, and speaking English.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid Nevada (or California – depending on state of residency) Driver License at time of hire and continuing thereafter and ability to maintain insurability under TMWA’s vehicle insurance policy.

A Civil or Mechanical Professional Engineering license is required. Must obtain State of Nevada Civil or Mechanical Professional Engineering license within six months of employment.

Certification as a State of Nevada Water Distribution and or Treatment Operator at Grade 1, 2, or 3 is desired based on level of engineering work performed.  A Principal Level Engineer must obtain State of Nevada Water Distribution and Treatment Operator in Training at Grade 3 within 12 months of hire date.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation during hire and periodically thereafter during employment.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position and employment is contingent upon the results of drug and/or alcohol testing which includes screening for marijuana. The presence of marijuana or other screened for substances on any employment related substance test may result in a refusal to hire or termination of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Civil engineering and hydraulics including booster pumping equipment.
• The operation of water treatment, supply and distribution systems including storage facilities.
• Principles of engineering economics, methods and techniques.
• Water distribution system construction methods, techniques and materials.
• Principles of GIS mapping and computer aided design.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers, printers, plotters, copiers, etc.
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Pertinent company, industry and professional standards

Skill/Ability to:

• Write & interpret design drawings, contract documents & technical specifications.
• Utilize Excel & other proprietary software to develop & perform complex hydraulic calculations in support of water system facility design review.
• Operate a variety of computer equipment and software relative to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from developers, engineers, contractors and the general public.
• Establish & maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Be punctual regarding work hours established by TMWA.
• Be mentally and physically alert during working hours.

TMWA is an equal opportunity employer. It is TMWA’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, gender, religion, age, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. TMWA’s commitment to equal opportunity includes all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, advancement, and termination.

All decisions affecting any terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, salary, disciplinary action, and an employee’s caregiving responsibilities, will be made without regard to race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, gender, religion, age, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

TMWA complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@tmwa.com or 775-834-8207.

TMWA is committed to providing a safe work environment and to fostering the health and well-being of our employees. That commitment is jeopardized when any of our employees illegally use drugs at home or at work, comes to work under the influence, possesses, distributes, or sells drugs in the workplace, or abuses alcohol on the job. As part of our commitment to safeguard the well-being of our employees and to provide a safe environment for everyone, TMWA has established a drug-free workplace policy.