Associate Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls

Kennedy Jenks Consultants; Federal Way (WA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Professional registration support

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Kennedy Jenks Consultants in Federal Way, WA, seeks an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer with 5-8 years of experience to design and implement control systems for water and wastewater projects. You will develop control strategies, layouts,SCADA architectures, and P&IDs, working with electrical, process, mechanical, and civil engineers to deliver integrated solutions.

The role emphasizes QA/QC, cost estimation, and construction support.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years in instrumentation and controls engineering, preferably in water, wastewater, or industrial infrastructure projects.
• Experience designing instrumentation and control systems for pump stations or treatment facilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical engineering or related field; PE preferred; ability to obtain licensure within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for water, wastewater, recycled water, and industrial projects.
• Develop control strategies, instrumentation layouts, network architectures, and SCADA system designs for facilities and pump stations.
• Prepare and review control narratives, P&IDs, instrumentation specifications, I/O lists, and architecture diagrams.
• Collaborate with electrical, process, mechanical, and civil engineers to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Support planning studies, condition assessments, and engineering reports related to automation and controls systems.
• Develop project cost estimates and support scope development; coordinate with clients, system integrators, vendors, and internal teams.
• Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting.
• Perform QA/QC reviews and contribute to engineering standards and best practices; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

PLCs

SCADA systems

Control strategies

Instrumentation systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Job description

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our growing team in Federal Way, Washington. We are looking for a motivated professional with 5-8 years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering for municipal pump stations, water treatment, and wastewater facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for water, wastewater, recycled water, and industrial infrastructure projects.
• Develop control strategies, instrumentation layouts, network architectures, and SCADA system designs for treatment facilities and pump stations.
• Prepare and review technical deliverables including control narratives, P&IDs, instrumentation specifications, I/O lists, and control system architecture diagrams.
• Collaborate with electrical, process, mechanical, and civil engineers to develop integrated, high-quality project solutions.
• Support planning studies, condition assessments, alternatives analyses, and engineering reports related to automation and controls systems.
• Develop project cost estimates and support project scope development.
• Coordinate with clients, system integrators, contractors, equipment vendors, and internal project teams throughout project delivery.
• Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform QA/QC reviews and support the continued development of engineering standards, best practices, and technical excellence.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering, preferably in consulting engineering for water, wastewater, or industrial infrastructure projects
• Experience designing instrumentation and control systems for pump stations, treatment facilities, or similar infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, control strategies, and instrumentation systems
• Experience developing and reviewing P&IDs and control system documentation
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field
• Professional Engineering (PE) license strongly preferred; candidates with the ability to obtain licensure within six months of hire will also be considered
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our people to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Salary Range

The anticipated salary range for this position is $117,000-$160,000 annually and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Summary

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and additional employee benefits and wellness programs.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity 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.