Wastewater Process Engineer

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc.•Santa Clara, CA

47d•$97,000 - $194,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a motivated Wastewater Process Engineer to join its growing Wastewater Infrastructure team in California. The role supports municipal wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects locally and nationally, including planning, process design, facility upgrades, optimization, and regulatory compliance. The engineer will contribute to practical solutions for municipal clients, take on increasing technical responsibility, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. The position supports planning, design, and delivery of municipal wastewater treatment and infrastructure solutions. Work includes feasibility studies and facility planning; treatment plant upgrades and expansions; pump stations and collection system improvements; and other related projects. The engineer develops and evaluates physical, chemical, and biological treatment systems, prepares technical deliverables, coordinates with stakeholders, and assists with project management. The role also includes providing guidance to junior staff where appropriate and staying current with wastewater standards, technologies, and regulatory requirements. Kennedy Jenks uses a hybrid work model, with at least two days per week in the office. Travel is required as needed for project sites, client meetings, and collaboration with Kennedy Jenks offices. The anticipated salary range is $97,000 to $194,000, depending on education, experience, qualifications, licensure or certifications, and geographic location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or a related engineering field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in municipal wastewater treatment engineering, wastewater process engineering, or related wastewater infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with wastewater treatment processes, regulations, technologies, system design, optimization, technical reporting, and compliance documentation.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
Willingness to travel as needed for project sites, client meetings, and collaboration with Kennedy Jenks offices.
Sound engineering judgment and an analytical approach to evaluating challenges, comparing alternatives, and recommending practical next steps.
Service-oriented collaboration with clients, project teams, regulators, and stakeholders.
Ability to present technical information clearly, in an organized and audience-appropriate way.
Attention to detail, responsiveness, and commitment to producing quality work.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Contribute to feasibility studies, facility planning, treatment plant upgrades and expansions, pump stations, collection system improvements, and other municipal wastewater infrastructure projects.
Develop and evaluate physical, chemical, and biological treatment systems, including capacity, performance, regulatory, and alternatives analyses.
Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, design reports, technical memoranda, and compliance-related documentation.
Work with project managers, process leads, multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies on technical discussions, permitting, and compliance needs.
Help develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and coordinated work plans.
Provide guidance to junior staff where appropriate.
Stay current on wastewater industry standards, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.