Professional Engineer

Kta-Tator, Inc. • Pittsburgh, PA

56d • Onsite

About The Position

KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee-owned materials engineering firm, internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion protection and asset integrity. KTA's hallmark services include coatings failure analysis, forensic laboratory investigations, and independent laboratory testing of coatings performance, among a much broader array of integrated service offerings. KTA is seeking an experienced and licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to join our growing water tank inspection team at our headquarters near the Pittsburgh International airport with expected travel demands between 10-20%. This role requires a technical expert with strong project management skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, compliant solutions. The position is expected to begin in early 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, Metallurgical and Materials, or a related Engineering field.
• Registered PE or currently have an EIT and plan to obtain the Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in the water/wastewater industry and working knowledge of AWWA and/or NFPA standards.

Nice To Haves

• AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance) Certified Coating Inspector or Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans, specifications, technical memoranda, and cost estimates for water tank inspections and maintenance.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members.
• Oversee and conduct field activities, including site inspections, data collection, and report preparation.
• Engage with clients, deliver presentations, and coordinate project activities with various stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
• Attend and present at national and regional industry conferences.

Benefits

• KTA is a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.
• We are proud to be an 100% employee-owned company voted a 2024 Top Workplace in Pittsburgh!
• KTA is a company run with family-inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued.
• The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other, the company and our clients successful.
• We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long lasting business relationships.
• We are committed to helping you take your career to a new and exciting level.
• At KTA, you'll work, learn from, and become one of the best in the industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees