Wastewater Process Lead Engineer

$140,000 - $180,000/Yr

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants - Oxnard, CA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Oxnard, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Wastewater Process Lead Engineer at Kennedy Jenks is a key role focused on providing advanced engineering solutions for wastewater treatment projects. This position involves managing projects, optimizing treatment processes, and serving as a subject matter expert while mentoring junior staff. The role emphasizes collaboration with clients and project teams to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions in the wastewater sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects focused on detailed design and project management of civil infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment processes and plants.
• Design and optimize wastewater treatment processes to maximize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Guide and mentor staff in feasibility studies, facility plans, and process pilot testing for complex wastewater projects.
• Support client service managers and business development efforts as a technical subject matter expert in meetings and project interviews.
• Participate in project pursuits and interviews, developing treatment process innovations and technical approaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering; advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in wastewater treatment engineering.
• Practical professional engineer (PE) license required, with preference for licenses in multiple states (CA, CO, FL, HI, OR, TX, VA, WA).
• Strong technical knowledge of the water/wastewater industry and wastewater process experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and interact positively with clients.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Design-Build experience is a plus but not required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in mentoring staff and leading project teams.
• Familiarity with advanced engineering techniques and analysis for solution development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional registration support
• Competitive PTO and holiday plan
• Other benefits and programs