Civil/Environmental Engineer

Civil/Environmental Engineer

Shape the future of clean water. Join the Sanitation Districts and be part of a team making a real difference for 5.6 million people across Los Angeles County. Our 24 independent districts work together under a Joint Administration Agreement to deliver essential wastewater and solid waste services efficiently and effectively.

With over 1,800 employees, including more than 200 engineers, you'll play a key role in operating and maintaining a vast network that keeps the Districts critical services flowing. With 1,400 miles of sewers and 49 pumping plants, 11 wastewater treatment plants, 2 landfills, 2 energy recovery facilities, and 2 materials recovery/transfer facilities, your work will protect public health, safeguard the environment, and shape a sustainable future.

If you're ready to tackle big challenges, collaborate with diverse teams, and see the results of your work every day, the Sanitation Districts offer an opportunity to make it happen.

In this role, you will perform engineering work supporting wastewater and/or solid waste management programs. The Districts does most engineering work in-house, and we are looking to fill positions in design, energy recovery, stormwater management, operations, water and air quality, planning, construction, and source control.

As an Engineer, you have the opportunity to be involved in every phase of our work, from project conception to operation. Since most engineering work is performed in-house, you have the opportunity to see your projects through from start to finish.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong technical writing and communication abilities, analytical thinking, and effective project management skills. Initial salary placement will be determined based on your qualifications and experience. This is a career path opportunity with clear progression (Engineering Associate II -> Engineering Associate III -> Civil Engineer level/PE), allowing you to advance after reaching experience and performance milestones.

Minimum Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications: The most competitive applicants will possess an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering and a master's degree in environmental engineering from an ABET-accredited institution. Applicants with these qualifications will receive first consideration in the selection process.

You may review the minimum qualifications section here to confirm eligibility; however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement. Only the most qualified candidates demonstrating the desirable combination of education and experience will be invited to participate in the selection process.

Note: Master's degree students can apply before their master's degree has been completed as long as they will have their master's degree conferred on or before September 30, 2026.

Examples Of Assessment Criteria

The competitive selection process for ALL LEVELS may include Knowledge of: Engineering theory and practices; principles and practices of physics, chemistry, and higher mathematics used in performing complex professional engineering work. Ability to: Analyze large-scale and complex engineering challenges and develop effective, practical solutions; apply advanced engineering principles and sound judgment; prepare comprehensive technical reports; clearly and concisely produce high-quality technical documents and professional engineering correspondence.

Additional Information

This recruitment will remain open and will be used to fill vacancies that arise throughout the year. The recruitment may be closed at any time without prior notice. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

SELECTION PROCESS:

• Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant education and experience.
• Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to participate in the selection process.
• The selection process will consist of an initial screening interview, a writing project, and oral interview. The final oral interview is weighted 100%.
• An eligibility list will be established and will be used to fill vacancies throughout the year.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please view the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Shelley Glasman at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger engineers, problem-solvers, and innovators.