Assistant Process Engineer

Assistant Process Engineer

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system's 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City. The Bureau of Wastewater Treatment (BWT) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all facilities related to the treatment of sewage within the five boroughs of the City. This includes 14 wastewater treatment plants, sludge dewatering facilities, collections facilities (pumping stations, combined sewer overflow retention facilities, regulators, tide gates, etc.), wastewater laboratories and harbor vessels. Under direct supervision, the selected candidate for the Process Engineer position, located at a wastewater resource recovery facility in Staten Island, will perform elementary environmental engineering work and will receive training in engineering work of moderate difficulty and responsibility. Job Tasks/Duties: The chosen candidate will be involved in a variety of dynamic activities relating to wastewater treatment processes, permitting and compliance. Day to day activities include data analysis of water quality parameters, plant performance, critical equipment function, field sampling, and more. The work takes place in an industrial setting that treats and remediates wastewater. Under general supervision, the selected candidate will:

• Ensure the provisions of the wastewater treatment plants' discharge permits are adhered to and the daily, weekly, and monthly treatment reports are properly compiled and distributed in a timely manner;
• Respond to information requests as they pertain to the treatment process and generating special reports related to plant performance;
• Provide consultation on treatment plant problems, interpretation of laboratory data, operating techniques and the execution of field lab procedures;
• Engage in research, investigation, or studies related to the environmental engineering functions of the department;
• Operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties when required. Candidate must have a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York.

Minimum Qualifications:

A baccalaureate degree in environmental, fire protection, chemical, mechanical, petroleum, aeronautical, or materials engineering from an accredited college; or A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in environmental, fire protection, chemical, mechanical, petroleum, aeronautical, or materials engineering technology and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in environmental engineering work.

Preferred Skills:

1. Written and oral communication skills. 2. Excellent interpersonal and team skills. 3. Organized with ability to handle multiple priorities. 4. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. 5. Environmental Engineering Knowledge. 6. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

New York City Residency is not required for this position

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.