Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Job ID: 107944
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $107,836.53 - $136,406.36
Hourly Pay Range: $51.844485 - $65.579980
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 12 hours of vacation accrual per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal days per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a Full Time County position represented by AFSCME.
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/0ba19b44-48f0-49be-b1a9-ee10ea543777
http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html
JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) is currently seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to support their highly skilled staff in Plant Operations and Capital Planning. The Instrumentation and Controls Engineer will lead the work of WES Instrumentation Technicians while performing professional engineering work in the planning, design, construction, implementation, and maintenance of capital and operational improvement projects. As a key technical resource, this position will lead and support all aspects of plant process instrumentation and automation control as it relates to wastewater treatment and pumping, including facilities planning, design, startup, and construction management.
Building a resilient clean water future where all people benefit and rivers thrive is our job. We do this by providing wastewater services, stormwater management, and environmental education. Our agency is committed to building a highly skilled collaborative team that values protecting public health, environmental stewardship, responsive customer service and teamwork. We're on the search for experienced individuals who place a high value on the one water we all share.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. E.) in the State of Oregon. (Registration in another state where registration was acquired by examination will temporarily fulfill this requirement provided Oregon registration is obtained within one year of employment.)
• Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing programming logic, hardware and software systems that control and monitor wastewater treatment plant equipment and operations
• Experience related to design and construction of wastewater conveyance system, pumping and/or treatment related capital improvement projects or other similar work
• Experience with project management, including reviewing and developing project proposals, bids, and RFPs/RFQs
• Experience providing excellent customer service to the public as well as to other external and internal stakeholders within various levels of organization
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of one (1) year as a registered Professional Engineer with relevant experience in Control Systems Engineering, including developing process controls, automation systems and network infrastructure design for construction of wastewater conveyance systems, pumping, and/or treatment related capital improvement projects or other similar work
• Experience managing, designing, and implementing high quality programming work including development, installation, operation, and maintenance of automation and control solutions for pump station and treatment facilities
• Experience managing or overseeing planning, design, construction, and optimization of automation and control systems for conveyance, pump station, and treatment projects
• Experience serving as a technical resource to support instrumentation, controls, and automation staff
• Experience working in public sector agencies
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673.
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
TYPICAL TASKS
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
• Designs and prepares plans and specifications for public works projects including wastewater plant process controls and automation, sanitary or storm sewer collection systems, water distribution systems; prepares scope of work, project cost estimates and proposal reports.
• Reviews and comments on capital projects, site specific development proposals with respect to public infrastructure needs; consults with design professionals, realtors, and property owners on design standards, drainage control and erosion mitigation. Works with plant management, engineers, maintenance and contractors to provide expert guidance, leadership and assistance to facility control systems (upgraded projects, troubleshooting, etc.).
• Administers the design, dedication, and acceptance of infrastructure improvements; reviews and approves plats and engineering plans for street and storm sewer improvements; assigns inspection fees; coordinates performance bonding process and inspection of staff activities. Reviews facility instrument and control projects to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to all specifications, codes, and standards.
• Oversees and conducts engineering studies; collects and analyzes field data; develops conclusions based on statistical and field evidence; designs wastewater plant infrastructure, and related structures. Provide process control design and support during all lifecycle phases of process improvement and capital projects.
• Serves as project engineer on major engineering projects; leads the work of technicians and other staff assigned to projects.
• Prepares reports and project cost estimates for federal, county, and city agencies including those for environmental impact studies and environmental assessments; coordinates reimbursement billings, County matching payments and other financial matters related to grant funded surface and wastewater projects.
• Develop and maintain PLC and SCADA process control programming standards and guidelines.
• Manage system integrator control contractors for upgrading the process control software for capital projects and in-house projects.
• Work with plant management, engineers, maintenance staff, and contractors for all related instrumentation and controls design and construction on improvement projects. Serve as an instrument and controls engineering liaison/conduit between consultants and the plant operations and maintenance staff during project development, design, and construction.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Occasional duties in the field require walking, twisting, balancing, and involve exposure to inclement weather, noise, and slippery and/or uneven terrain.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday:
• Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
• This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Clackamas Water Environment Services produces clean water and protects water quality for more than 190,000 people living and working in Clackamas County. We operate and maintain five resource recovery facilities, 23 pumping stations and hundreds of miles of pipes.
Each year, we clean more than seven billion gallons of water which we recover and turn into natural energy and fertilizer. We also help reduce pollution in local rivers, streams, and wetlands caused by surface and stormwater runoff, the number one source of water pollution in Oregon.
https://www.clackamas.us/wes
APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
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https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication
If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb
VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
OTHER INFORMATION
This position is classified as a Civil Engineer. For more information on required knowledge and skills, please review the classification specification here: https://public.powerdms.com/CCOR/documents/2514595.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Kelly Schaefer, Recruiter
mailto:KSchaefer@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6248406
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