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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ASSISTANT ENGINEER OF WATER PUMPING
DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT
WATER SUPPLY - PUMPING
Number of Positions: 1
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $130,560; Grade: GY-14
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm DST on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
The Assistant Engineer of Water Pumping (AEWP) provides critical technical and management support for the Bureau of Water Pumping's 12 Pumping Stations, 2 intake cribs, and approximately 195 staff. The position supports the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of BWP's 24/7 water pumping system through coordination of daily operations, engineering activities, regulatory compliance, capital and maintenance projects, fiscal responsibilities, and field activities. The AEWP serves as an important link between station operations, engineering, trades, contractors, regulatory agencies, and senior management, helping ensure operational issues are addressed promptly, projects remain aligned with system needs, and BWP continues to meet its operational, maintenance, and regulatory responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Assists in directing unit supervisors in overseeing professional and skilled trades personnel in operating, maintaining, and repairing water pumping equipment and facilities
• Inspects station operations and makes staffing, equipment, and procedural changes to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness
• Assists in developing work standards and evaluating supervisory performance
• Coordinates the inspection of water pumping equipment malfunctions and approves repairs
• Assists in developing specifications for the acquisition and installation of new water pumping equipment
• Assists in coordinating the contracting, purchase, installation, and testing of new and refurbished pumping equipment
• Assists in reviewing design drawings for new pumping station equipment or the refurbishment of existing equipment
• Supervises the review of contract documents and engineering calculations prepared by contractors to ensure compliance with project specifications and sound engineering principles
• Assists in determining and prioritizing facility and equipment repair, replacement, and maintenance schedules • Schedules and coordinates construction, installation, repair, and maintenance work to minimize interruption of normal operations
• Supervises or personally analyzes and resolves complex equipment engineering problems
• Coordinates and monitors projects assigned to staff and/or consultant engineers to ensure compliance with project specifications, schedules, and budgets
• Approves final payments to consultants and contractors for completed work
• Coordinates and participates in the development and implementation of safety programs and training for plant personnel
• Responds to emergencies involving water pumping operations
• Assists in directing the maintenance of detailed records on equipment and power failures and the preparation of operational reports
• Assists in preparing and administering the annual budget for pumping operations
• Consults with other departments and agencies to coordinate work affecting pumping operations
• Researches new mechanical equipment and processes to improve water pumping operations
• Conducts tours of water pumping facilities for visiting engineers and dignitaries
• Provides technical information on water pumping operations at regulatory proceedings
Additional duties may be required for this position
Location: Jardine Water Purification Plant
1000 East Ohio Street
Hours/Days: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field of engineering, PLUS six (6) years of professional engineering work experience, of which four (4) years are in a supervisory role requiring experience in the design, operation, and maintenance of water pumping stations, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field of engineering, PLUS five (5) years of professional engineering work experience, of which four (4) years are in a supervisory role requiring experience in the design, operation, and maintenance of water pumping stations
Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) is required. At the time of employment, positions must have obtained Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) in the State of Illinois
NOTE: You must provide a copy of your transcripts/diploma, licenses, certifications at the time of processing, if applicable.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires an applicant to successfully complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position based on the written and oral assessment, will be selected.
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
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