Wastewater Process Engineer

About the role

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical analysis, process design, project coordination, and stakeholder communication to help deliver effective wastewater solutions.
• Develop wastewater treatment plans, designs, upgrades, and optimization strategies.
• Assist Project Managers and Process Leads with detailed design, technical deliverables, and coordination tasks for small to large civil infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and collection systems.
• Identify physical, chemical, and biological treatment improvements that enhance efficiency, reliability, and environmental performance.
• Prepare project updates, technical discussions, and compliance-related documentation for clients, regulators, and project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or a related engineering field.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant wastewater process engineering experience.
• Technical knowledge: Wastewater treatment processes, regulations, technologies, system design, optimization, and compliance documentation.
• Certifications or licenses: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in Washington preferred.
• Travel: Willingness to travel as needed for project sites, client meetings, and collaboration with Kennedy Jenks offices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance;
• A health savings account;
• A 401(k);
• Bonus programs;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Employee ownership opportunity;
• Professional registration support;
• Business travel assistance;
• Competitive paid time off and holidays;
• An employee assistance program;
• Additional programs that support your wellbeing and professional growth.

Pay

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be between $120,000 and $175,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Schedule

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.