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Functional TitlePlant Engineering Manager (Systems Control)

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryProduction

GradeEG.16

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number26-0159

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelSection Manager

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Section Manager for Systems Control Division for facilities in a water distributions system with over 60 water storage facilities, 16 Water Pumping Stations over 500 specialty valve with 36 that are remote control. There is a SCADA system and Operational software to oversee and maintain system.

Organization NameSystems Control

Reports toDivision Manager, Systems Control

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 7 am – 3:30 pm

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

ThePlant Engineering Managerwill work in the Systems Control Division, serving as the lead engineer of a large water distribution system. Primary responsibilities include assisting the Division Manager in the overall management of a treatment facility and associated off-site pumping stations and facilities, as well as overseeing the digital process control system functions. This role will assume all Plant Superintendent / Division Manager duties as required.

Essential Functions

• Performs independent research to optimize performance of water treatment processes

• Reviews and interprets plant, collection, and distribution system operating data to identify process problems; recommends operational solutions to the problems

• Performs operational inspections of treatment, collection, and distribution facilities to determine compliance with WSSC Water standards and State and Federal regulations

• Monitors plant operations and environmental conditions to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local permits and regulations; reports on any non-compliance

• Manages the operations, maintenance, and programming of the digital process control system equipment and IT network equipment

• Coordinates plant treatment process control testing and proper calibration of on-line analytical equipment

• Manages the development, modification and maintenance of the facility’s data management system for operational data, engineering plans, and specifications

• Evaluates the training needs of personnel; arranges and administers training, assists with new employee orientation and assists operators in preparing for the State of Maryland Operator’s License examination

• Reviews and updates standard operating procedures for plant systems; ensures accurate operational records are maintained

• Manages the operation and maintenance of associated off-site pumping stations and off-site facilities assigned to the group

• Supervises and directs plant engineers, civil engineers, first-line supervisors, engineering assistants, various plant staff, and interns assigned to the facility

• Compiles plant data to generate reports in compliance with State and Federal Regulations for reporting

• Reviews plans and specifications to help develop plant-related designs; recommends equipment upgrades and process modifications

• Reviews State and Federal permits for the facility to maintain compliance, assists with permit renewals or modifications; facilitates inspections for compliance

• Monitors all pertinent occupational, health and safety regulations; ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements; facilitates inspections for compliance

• Prepares and revises chemical, material, and service contract specifications, reviews bids, recommends awarding of contracts; serves as project manager representative of contracts

• Prepares new and/or revises existing contracts, reviews IDs, recommends awarding of contracts; serves as a Project Manager or the Project Manager’s representative ( COTR ) of contracts

• Keeps current with industry metering and measuring equipment; evaluates the need for new equipment to maintain plant proficiency; requisitions materials, tools, chemicals, and equipment as required by the task for the plant

• Reviews and performs analysis on various plant and process operating costs for economic comparisons to facilitate proposed plant modifications and staffing requirements

• Recommends allocation of budgeted funds and requests approval for major expenditures, authorizes petty cash outlays and payment requests upon approval, and initiates field purchase orders

• Assists with preparing the annual fiscal budget reports and various financial monthly and annual reports; participates in the long-range planning, organization, and direction of functions associated with the operation and improvements to the plants and collection facilities/distribution facilities to maximize performance while minimizing cost and environmental impact

• Administers an employee safety program and protection plan, investigates accidents, and prepares accident reports

• Supervises employees including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and/or termination or recommending termination

• Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

• Conducts plant tours, develops plant overviews, informational brochures, and historical summaries; presents technical papers and presentations

• Performs related duties as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Industrial plant

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of sound engineering principles and practices

• Ability to use solid professional engineering judgment and operating practices associated with water treatment/distribution facilities, wastewater treatment/collection facilities with the ability to manage same

• Considerable knowledge of machines, equipment, materials and construction practices

• Ability to make engineering computations, estimates, and designs; ability to review and interpret engineering plans and specifications

• Ability to supervise the work of others

• Ability to prepare and present engineering and administrative reports verbally and in writing

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

• 3+ years’ experience in environmental, water or wastewater or similarly related field

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 7+ years’ experience in environmental, water or wastewater or similarly related field

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

• Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

• Employees in this position are subject to being called back to the work location to respond to Plant emergencies during off-hours

• May be required to participate in standby/call-back duty

• Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

Preferences

Supervisory experience

Salary$121,724 - $207,259

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date03/16/2026

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

• Yes

• No

• • Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application