Senior Technical Specialist – Utilities and Central Energy
About The Position
The Senior Technical Specialist is an advanced engineering role within KFI Engineers’ Utilities & Central Energy department. The role provides specialized technical expertise across relevant business units and projects, leads complex engineering work, and supports the delivery of technical services. The position typically requires at least 15 years of experience and recognition by clients and peers as a leading practitioner in the area of expertise. It reports to the Engineering Manager, UCE. The specialist plans and directs complex engineering projects, advises teams on problem definition and design approaches, consults with clients, and reviews deliverables for quality and compliance. The role also contributes to business development, develops and maintains technical standards and tools, and mentors and trains colleagues. Domestic travel may be required up to 25%. Some work locations may involve rough construction-site terrain or lifting or moving field-testing equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Structural, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- At least 15 years of experience.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
- Strong knowledge of industry standards, codes, and best practices.
- Ability to build strong client relationships and establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to present complex information to diverse audiences, synthesize ideas into actionable recommendations, and positively influence outcomes.
- Strong planning, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with computer technology and business software, including Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience with advanced engineering design, analysis, and project management.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing large-scale engineering projects.
- Experience with advanced engineering software tools and simulation platforms.
- Familiarity with emerging technologies and innovation trends in the professional, scientific, and technical services sector.
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and supervise complex engineering projects and teams.
- Support the lead discipline engineer in defining problems, design approaches, and technology selection.
- Meet with clients and customers to support major decisions and define project goals.
- Provide technical consultation and guidance to project teams.
- Review project deliverables for quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with KFI standards.
- Execute or lead project tasks when warranted by task difficulty, client preference, or other considerations.
- Assist with investigations and root-cause analysis of equipment and system failures, and implement preventative measures into KFI standards.
- Work autonomously to develop and implement solutions to complex problems.
- Maintain an active role in a technical society or professional association.
- Present or publish in forums that provide exposure for KFI, and engage clients through conferences, trade associations, and technical society activities.
- Support project pursuits through pre-proposal meetings, proposal contributions or reviews, and selection interviews.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations or seminars for clients.
- Develop and maintain quality and content requirements for deliverables, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
- Identify and guide the development of productivity and quality tools, including design standards, quality-review guidelines, and standard details.
- Maintain the currency and technical quality of master specifications.
- Lead or mentor peers and less experienced staff through project-team interactions.
- Use quality-control reviews and lessons-learned sessions to develop staff knowledge and prevent recurring errors.
- Recommend formal training and staff development to maintain KFI’s technical expertise.
- Develop and deliver internal training as requested or needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Virtual health services
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees, with KFI contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off, including Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Company-paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Bereavement leave
- Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage
- Annual bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
