Wastewater Engineer

Kleinfelder; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

Clothing allowance

Paid training and development

Job summary

Kleinfelder is actively seeking a full-time Environmental Engineer to join their Kansas City office. The candidate will work on civil, municipal, and environmental projects, collaborating with engineers and technicians. The ideal applicant will have significant experience in environmental engineering, particularly in wastewater treatment.

Additionally, the role offers various benefits, including medical, dental, and 401k with company match, facilitating professional growth through training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of environmental engineering design experience.
• Experience in municipal wastewater treatment and drinking water treatment design and construction.
• Iowa or Nebraska P.E. license or EIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in business development by initiating client contacts.
• Prepare detailed technical engineering reports.
• Work with construction observers during all facets of construction.

Skills

Environmental engineering design experience

Municipal wastewater treatment

Drinking water treatment design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! In 2025, we acquired Veenstra & Kimm, a dedicated team of engineers with a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences, dedicated to one goal: Creating a brighter future for your community. Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.

Position Description

We are currently seeking a full-time Environmental Engineer to join our Omaha/Council Bluffs office. Our team works with communities on a wide range of civil, municipal, and environmental projects. We are looking for a Professional Engineer who would work with Engineers, CAD Technicians, Construction Observers, Land Survey Chiefs and office staff in various capacities.

Benefits

• Benefits available 30 days following date of employment, includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, plus additional supplemental insurances
• Clothing allowance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays
• Paid training and development on and off-site

Responsibilities

• Participate in Business Development, including initiation of client contacts and preparation of project proposals.
• Client contact including attendance at board or council meetings.
• Prepare detailed technical engineering reports.
• Prepare plans and specifications for specific projects.
• Work with Construction Observers/Resident Technicians during all facets of construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering with Master’s degree preferred.
• 5-10+ years of environmental engineering design experience.
• Experience in municipal wastewater treatment and drinking water treatment design and construction.
• Iowa or Nebraska P.E. license or EIT certification with ability to obtain P.E. license within 1 year preferred.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)