Project Engineer

Kennedy Jenks provides engineering and scientific solutions for innovative water and environmental projects since 1919. We deliver exceptional service and highly qualified professional staff to solve the unique challenges of public agencies and private industry clients across the United States.

We have an opportunity for a self-motivated Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our growing team in our Portland office. Our local team works on some of the most challenging and complex projects our clients face, including the nutrient reduction from wastewater treatment facilities, regional stormwater treatment projects, and rehabilitation projects related to aging infrastructure. We have a strong, growing presence in the local alternative delivery and construction management market. We are looking for an ambitious achiever to join our team and support our clients’ growing project needs.

What you’ll be doing:

You will be working alongside a supportive technical and client-service-oriented team to develop and deliver solutions to our clients’ most challenging projects. You’ll be leading planning and design projects with the support of highly experienced technical experts to mentor and assist your work. You will be coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams, oftentimes across regional offices to evaluate, design, and construct facilities relating to water, wastewater, recycled water, utility infrastructure, conveyance and treatment process improvement projects.

You will also have the opportunity to learn through mentorship and help grow our business. If you are solutions-oriented have an entrepreneurial mind-set, enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment, and have a client-service perspective, you will thrive here.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or similar engineering field
• At least four years of related engineering design experience
• Technical writing ability
• Ability to travel as needed
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to obtain your PE license within 1 year

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Kennedy Jenks, our values are Trust, Service, Integrity, and Diversity & Inclusion. We are dedicated to building a dynamic and inclusive team and maintaining a positive work/life experience. If you are excited about the role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Salary range for this position is expected to be between $80,000 and $110,000, and may vary depending upon experience, qualifications and skills.

Kennedy Jenks offers a hybrid work environment with the option to work from home and/or from a KJ office. Occasional travel locally or to other locations may be required. #LI-Hybrid

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. Kennedy Jenks provides a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.