Infrastructure Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

About the position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a dynamic Project Engineer to join our team in Southern California. This role is ideal for an individual skilled in managing multiple tasks and deadlines while working with multi-disciplinary teams. In this role, you will be involved in a variety of water, wastewater, recycled water, utility infrastructure, and treatment process improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed designs, consisting of drawings, specifications, and calculations for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage technical tasks including planning, design, and construction support for civil infrastructure projects.
• Support larger projects or lead smaller projects or components, coordinating with the Project Manager, team members, and sub-consultants.
• Ensure the timely completion of tasks and assist in managing project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Provide expert support for multi-disciplinary teams in planning and executing infrastructure projects, including pipelines, tanks/reservoirs, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
• Conduct site inspections and field measurements.
• Engage in field activities, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
• Prepare engineering documents and contract documents, including construction specifications and plans.
• Review shop drawings and submittals, respond to requests for information, and prepare site observation reports.
• Assist in preparing client presentations and maintaining client communication.
• Ensure compatibility with design intent by coordinating with other disciplines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related scientific discipline required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in the planning, design, and analysis of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Broad understanding of municipal engineering, site development design, construction methods, and design and construction codes.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain California PE within 6 months of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional registration support
• A competitive PTO and holiday plan
• Other benefits and programs