Senior Civil Engineer – Wastewater Operations & Maintenance

Posting number: 2026-00781

Department: Seattle Public Utilities

Division: Drainage and Wastewater Line of Business

Job classification: Civil Engineer, Senior

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Engineering

Summary

This position is open continuously. Submit application materials by Tuesday, July 7 at 4:00 PM PST to be considered for the first review.

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a proven track record that's interested in making a significant impact in and around the City of Seattle?

If so, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) wants to talk to you!

SPU’s System Operations, Planning, and Analysis (SOPA) section is seeking a collaborative and experienced Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Engineer (Senior Civil Engineer) to support our Drainage and Wastewater Line-of-Business. In this role, you will play a key part in optimizing the performance, reliability, and sustainability of our wastewater systems. You will work closely with a diverse team of professionals committed to protecting public health and maintaining a healthy environment. Your expertise will help ensure that our infrastructure operates safely, efficiently, and in alignment with our community and environmental stewardship goals.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:  

• SPU Website 
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities. We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment 
• Generous benefits package 
• Free public transportation options 
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions 
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Examples of duties

• Conduct field investigations to troubleshoot operational issues or data discrepancies.
• Support crews to troubleshoot issues and answer questions during planning and construction of rehabilitation work to improve wastewater system performance and/or extend life of infrastructure.
• Conduct wastewater system performance assessments and evaluate maintenance options; advise on product selection and sizing. Develop rough order of magnitude cost estimates.  
• Act as liaison between SPU’s Drainage and Wastewater (DWW) System Management Division, DWW Planning and Program Management Division, Utility Operations and Maintenance Division, DWW System Maintenance Division, Project Delivery and Engineering Branch, and other divisions for coordinated wastewater system performance.

Qualifications

Experience: Five (5) years of professional civil engineering experience.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology — or an equivalent c