Pipeline Engineer

Kennedy Jenks•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced and proactive Pipeline Engineer for our Fort Worth office to support water and wastewater pipeline projects. This role will play a key part in the evaluation, design, and construction of complex conveyance facilities for water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to serve as a technical resource on meaningful pipeline projects while supporting clients and multidisciplinary project teams. You’ll play a key role in advancing pipeline projects from planning through construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, supporting junior staff development, and contributing to strong client service.

Requirements

Ability to apply pipeline design, hydraulic analysis, and construction support experience to practical project needs.
Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, document project decisions, and explain engineering concepts clearly.
Comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with project stakeholders, and contributing to successful project delivery.
Ability to evaluate pipeline challenges, identify practical solutions, and support quality-focused deliverables.
Organized, responsive, and eager to contribute to project teams while continuing to grow technical expertise.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar engineering field.
9+ years of experience in pipeline engineering, including design, analysis, and construction support.
Strong knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations for water and wastewater infrastructure.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in TX required or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with pipeline design software and hydraulic modeling tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform hydraulic and pipe design calculations for small- to large-diameter water and wastewater pipelines.
Prepare designs, specifications, and drawings for complex pipeline projects, including alignment studies, hydraulic analyses, condition assessments, rehabilitation, new pipeline design, and in-service commissioning.
Use applicable industry standards, publications, codes, and regional regulatory requirements to guide pipeline design and installation.
Review materials submittals, respond to requests for information, and assist owners in confirming compliance with contract documents.
Evaluate existing pipeline systems, conduct condition assessments, and recommend rehabilitation or replacement approaches using various pipe materials and trenchless construction methods.
Serve as a technical resource on multidisciplinary project teams, support junior staff development, contribute to client service, write technical reports, maintain project documentation, and support quality control processes.