Kennedy/Jenks Consultants

Drinking Water Process Engineer

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants$115K — $210K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in drinking water treatment engineering, including process design, system optimization, or operational evaluation
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license; PE preferred or ability to obtain
  • Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with clients and project staff

Responsibilities

  • Contribute technical expertise in municipal drinking water treatment, water reuse, and advanced water purification.
  • Support project teams and client service managers in meetings and technical discussions.
  • Participate in feasibility studies, facility planning, and pilot testing for water treatment projects.
  • Prepare technical deliverables, including reports, engineering drawings, and specifications.
  • Evaluate and optimize operations of existing water treatment facilities.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers and collaborate on technical solutions.
  • Stay current on industry standards, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401k with bonus opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional registration support
  • Competitive PTO and holiday plan
Full Job Description
Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Drinking Water Process Engineer to join our team in California and contribute to projects focused on drinking water treatment, water reuse, and advanced water purification. This role offers the opportunity to work on both local and national projects, applying your technical expertise to complex water treatment challenges. Candidates at all stages of their career who are ready to take on increasing technical responsibility, contribute to innovative solutions, and collaborate with experienced engineers are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute technical expertise in municipal drinking water treatment, water reuse, and advanced water purification, including evaluating treatment processes, selecting appropriate methods, conducting engineering studies, and optimizing operations.
  • Support project teams and client service managers in project pursuits, meetings, and technical discussions.
  • Participate in feasibility studies, facility planning, and pilot testing for water treatment projects.
  • Prepare technical deliverables, including basis of design reports, preliminary and detailed engineering drawings, specifications, process flow diagrams, and process instrumentation diagrams.
  • Evaluate and optimize operations of existing water treatment facilities.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers when appropriate, and collaborate with senior engineers on technical solutions.
  • Stay current on industry standards, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications
  • BS or MS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in drinking water treatment engineering, including process design, system optimization, or operational evaluation
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license; PE preferred or ability to obtain
  • Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with clients and project staff

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.

Salary range for this position is expected to be between $115,000 and $210,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.

Benefits Summary: Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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About Kennedy/Jenks Consultants

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants is an engineering and consulting firm that specializes in water and environmental projects. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Kennedy/Jenks offers a wide range of services, including planning, design, construction management, and operations and maintenance. The company works with clients in both the public and private sectors, including municipalities, utilities, and industrial clients. Kennedy/Jenks is known for its expertise in water treatment and distribution, wastewater treatment and disposal, and environmental remediation.
Learn more about Kennedy/Jenks Consultants
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$100 million

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