Lead Municipal Wastewater Engineer — Hybrid Role

Kennedy Jenks

San Diego (CA)

Hybrid

USD 92,000 - 171,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kennedy Jenks in California seeks a Lead Municipal Wastewater Treatment Engineer to guide municipal wastewater projects. You will serve as technical leader, lead multidisciplinary teams, and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that meet regulatory and operational needs.

This role combines process design leadership with client-facing support, staff mentorship, and active representation in industry forums.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
  • 7+ years of wastewater treatment engineering experience.
  • California PE license required.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience with process design, facility planning, and treatment plant upgrades.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical delivery of wastewater projects for municipal clients.
  • Guide process design for physical, chemical, and biological treatment systems.
  • Review calculations, drawings, and design reports for complex projects.
  • Support client engagement through proposals and meetings with technical insights.
  • Plan scopes, budgets, and schedules aligned with regulatory requirements.
  • Mentor staff and lead multidisciplinary teams.
  • Represent Kennedy Jenks in client and industry settings.

Skills

Technical judgment
Collaborative leadership
Client-focused mindset
Project ownership
Mentorship mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Kennedy Jenks in California seeks a Lead Municipal Wastewater Treatment Engineer to guide municipal wastewater projects. You will serve as technical leader, lead multidisciplinary teams, and deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that meet regulatory and operational needs.

This role combines process design leadership with client-facing support, staff mentorship, and active representation in industry forums.

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