Project Engineer - Air Quality (SG-199-26E) Whittier
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts Whittier, California, United States
- Location: Whittier, California, United States
- Categories: Engineering, Environmental Services
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Aug 28, 2026
Job Description:
Project Engineer - Air Quality (SG-199-26E) Whittier
Description
JOB POSTINGTHE SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
invites applications for the position of:
Air Quality Engineer/Engineering Associate
POSTING #SG-199-26E
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.
The Sanitation Districts is currently recruiting to fill two (2) Engineer/Engineering Associates in the Technical Services Department, Air Quality Engineering Section. These vacancies will report to our Joint Administration Office (JAO) in Whittier.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform professional project engineering work and coordinate progressively more complex projects in the Air Quality Section.
JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent will perform work involving air quality engineering, focusing on regulatory compliance for stationary sources at Sanitation Districts’ facilities. Specific areas of work may include: preparing regulatory permit applications (along with supporting work such as air dispersion modeling and health risk assessment preparation), regulatory correspondence, issue analysis memoranda and technical reports; developing qualification criteria, scope of work, and contractual language for retaining engineering consultants and emissions testing firms; representing the Sanitation Districts at public hearings and meetings with regulatory staff, elected officials and coalition members; supporting field operations; and performing other duties as required.
The most qualified applicants will have superior technical writing and communication skills, analytical skills and project management skills. Initial salary placement will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess all of the following:
- A valid California Class C driver license
-AND-
ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE II:
- Option A : A bachelor's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline - AND - a master's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline;
- Option B : A bachelor's degree in a related science - AND - an Engineer-In-Training Certificate - AND - a master's degree in a pertinent engineering discipline;
- Option C : A bachelor's degree in engineering - AND - two (2) years of professional engineering air quality experience obtained after earning a bachelor's degree in engineering.
ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE III:
- Option A: Two (2) years of experience as an Engineering Associate II
- Option B: Four (4) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited and recognized college or university.
ENGINEERING LEVEL:
Applicants must possess a California Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer - AND -
- Option A : A master's degree in engineering - AND - three (3) years of professional engineering experience;
- Option B : A PhD in engineering - AND - two (2) years of professional engineering experience;
- Option C : Six (6) years of professional engineering experience subsequent to earning a bachelor's degree in engineering.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have:
- Completion of 12 units of upper-division/graduate level air quality, wastewater, and solid waste management-related courses - AND- possess two or more years of the following experiences:
- Preparing or reviewing air quality permit applications
- Preparing or reviewing air quality-related regulatory reports
- Working knowledge of federal, State, or local air districts regulations related to landfills and wastewater treatment plants
- Conducting regulatory audits
- Performing air emission tests
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and possess the ability to work well in a team setting
- Action-oriented and possess the ability to manage multiple projects effectively by maintaining high-quality work and meeting deadlines
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position will remain open until filled and may be closed at any time without prior notice. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
SELECTION PROCESS:
- Applications and Supplemental Questions will be reviewed and evaluated for relevant experience.
- Candidates considered to have the best qualifications will be invited to an oral interview.
- The selection process will consist of an oral interview weighted at 100%
- There will be a written assessment included as part of the interview.
- There will be a written assessment included as part of the interview.
- An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the interview based on the interview scores.
Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. You may attach your resume but they will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add [email protected] to your contact list.
NOTE:
The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background, check, DMV report, and a drug test.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources .
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Shelley Glasman at (562)-908-42288, ext. 1340.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
RETIREMENT
- CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered “classic” members. For “classic” members, the Districts pay the “employee share.” Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.
- DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.
COMPENSATION
Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.
HEALTH INSURANCE
- MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2026, the Districts contribute $2,417.99 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.
- DENTAL: Districts paid. Employees can choose from prepaid and indemnity dental plans. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage. The indemnity dental plan will has an annual in network maximum of $1,750, and an out of network maximum of $1,000.
- VISION: Employee paid.
- LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.
LEAVE TIME
- VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.
- SICK LEAVE : Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.
- PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.
- PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.
HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.
STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS
- A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
- Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
- Clear policies and procedures.
- Health and safety programs.
- Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.
More detailed benefits information can be found here: Districts Benefits
NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Updated January 2, 2026
Closing Date/Time: Continuous