Electrical and Control System Engineer (LA-371-25E) Various

Job Description

THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS

Invites Applications For The Position Of

Electrical and Control System Engineers

POSTING #LA-371-25E

The Sanitation Districts is currently recruiting for Electrical and Control System Engineers. The positions are within our Wastewater Management Department, supporting the Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering Group. The current positions are based at Carson and Whittier.

OUR MISSION

The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and recycled materials.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of a Supervising Engineer, the incumbent will primarily perform electrical and instrumentation engineering in support of the design, planning, construction, startup, operation, and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities and pumping plants, with an emphasis on industrial automation systems (SCADA and DCS). Develop and recommend engineering solutions for low-voltage power distribution systems and PLCs, and hard-wired-based control systems. Execute advanced SCADA programming using ladder logic and function blocks. Design and develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Operator Interface graphical displays. Lead network architecture development and server virtualization efforts. Evaluate, optimize, and modernize legacy SCADA systems and control standards. Prepare project cost estimates and conduct economic analyses. Review engineering design documents, including control narratives, P&IDs, and instrumentation submittals, as well as contractor and vendor O&M manuals and as-built drawings. Provide construction inspection support and perform functional testing and commissioning for capital improvement projects. Respond to emergency system issues and coordinate work with internal departments and external agencies.

Candidates must possess a valid California Class C driver's license -AND-

Engineering Associate Ii Level

Option 1: A bachelor's degree and a master’s degree both in a pertinent engineering discipline from an accredited and recognized college or university
Option 2: A bachelor's degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a related science with an Engineer-In-Training Certificate and a master's degree from an accredited and recognized college or university in a pertinent engineering discipline
Option 3: Two (2) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university

Engineering Associate Iii Level

Option 1: Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate II
Option 2: Four (4) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university.

Professional Engineer Level

Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists
AND:
Option 1: Six (6) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university
Option 2: A master's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND- Three (3) years of professional engineering experience
Option 3: A PhD in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university -AND- two (2) years of professional engineering experience

Desirable Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer/Control Systems Engineer designing, developing, and troubleshooting SCADA and industrial control systems for wastewater, power generation, petrochemical, or heavy industrial facilities projects for public agencies and more than 5 years of experience with the entire suite of Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View software and Logix-based PLC hardware families, as well as experience with OSIsoft Pi System Data Enterprise configuration and administration.

Knowledge Of

The competitive selection process for ALL LEVELS may include:

Complex professional engineering theory and practices
Concepts and practices of physics, chemistry and higher mathematics used in professional engineering work
Hydraulics, engineering mechanics and stress analysis
Strength, properties and uses of engineering construction materials
Complex engineering construction projects
Chemistry, bacteriology and environmental engineering principles
Complex investigation, research and survey methods
Large-scale public project financing methods
Project management methods
Principles of administration, economics, organization, training and project leadership

Ability To

Design complex projects in technical fields of engineering
Analyze large-scale, complex engineering problems and develop appropriate solutions
Prepare, review, check or interpret engineering plans and specifications
Apply appropriate engineering principles
Plan, organize and monitor the effectiveness of the work of operations, repair, maintenance and engineering staff, consultants and vendors
Coordinate and administer complex engineering projects
Interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Districts staff, the public, consultants, and vendors
Negotiate on behalf of the Districts
Prepare and coordinate the development of comprehensive reports
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Districts’ staff, regulatory agencies, consultants, and vendors
Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Prepare and coordinate the development of comprehensive reports

Notes

A 9/80 work schedule is available. This position is not eligible for telework or working-from-home policies.
The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related reference check, DMV report, and a drug test.
Candidates who have completed their required college or university coursework outside the United States must provide a comprehensive evaluation of their foreign transcripts and degrees upon selection for this position.

Selection Process

This posting will remain open until the vacancies are filled and is subject to closure without notice. To ensure your application is considered, we recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
The initial review of applications is expected to begin January 9, 2026.
The selection process will consist of an interview weighted at 100% and will be the same for all qualified applicants.

To Apply

Please apply online at governmentjobs.com. By using the online application system, you will receive an email confirmation that your application has been received for this position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process, as notifications may be sent via email. Please verify that your registered email address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, add [email protected] to your contact list.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Luz Avila at [email protected].

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourages people with disabilities and individuals from historically marginalized communities to apply.

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